Latest News News See All News /news/news.page ncsbn news [x-request-id] = [13af370c6228bd31b472b3b589790caa] [x-forwarded-for] = [10.1.99.84] [accept] = [*/*] [via] = [1.1 google] [x-real-ip] = [35.191.10.10] [x-forwarded-scheme] = [https] [x-original-forwarded-for] = [18.191.14.196,34.144.206.224] [x-cloud-trace-context] = [1df2cd63e829629fd286513dd9be33e5/5978705451796403978] [host] = [lsds] [connection] = [close] [x-scheme] = [https] [accept-encoding] = [gzip, br, zstd, deflate] [user-agent] = [Mozilla/5.0 AppleWebKit/537.36 (KHTML, like Gecko; compatible; ClaudeBot/1.0; +claudebot@anthropic.com)] current.page 4 en_US lxcgjomg /default/main/NCSBN true ncsbn/News manual 2024-09-10 10:05:40 /default/main/NCSBN/STAGING 2024-09-09 14:33:14 en_US templatedata/ncsbn/News/data/2024/ncsbn-award-ceremony-honors-outstanding-nurse-regulators.xml templatedata/ncsbn/News/data/2024/ncsbn-award-ceremony-honors-outstanding-nurse-regulators.xml /default/main/NCSBN/WORKAREA/default lxcgjomg 2024-09-09 14:33:14 lxcgjomg lxcgjomg templatedata/ncsbn/News/data/2024/ncsbn-award-ceremony-honors-outstanding-nurse-regulators.xml lxcgjomg 2024-09-10 14:31:00 /default/main/NCSBN News Release lxcgjomg lxcgjomg 1725979087960 2024-09-10 10:05:40 /default/main/NCSBN/WORKAREA/default/templatedata/ncsbn/News/data/2024/ncsbn-award-ceremony-honors-outstanding-nurse-regulators.xml ncsbn-2024-award-ceremony-honors-outstanding-nurse-regulators lxcgjomg lxcgjomg 1 NCSBN Award Ceremony Honors Outstanding Nurse Regulators News Release 2024-09-10 14:31:00 /sites/ncsbn/news/news-releases.page /templatedata/ncsbn/Vertical-Navigation/data/news.xml <p>NCSBN recognized its dedicated and exceptional membership and guests at its annual awards ceremony during the NCSBN Annual Meeting and Delegate Assembly, held in Chicago, Aug. 28-30, 2024.</p> /images/2025-Awards-news.png yes yes <p>CHICAGO &ndash;&ndash; NCSBN recognized its dedicated and exceptional membership and guests at its annual awards ceremony during the NCSBN Annual Meeting and Delegate Assembly, held in Chicago, Aug. 28-30, 2024.</p> <p>Specific award recipients include:</p> <p><strong>Jay Douglas, MSM, RN, CSAC, FRE,&nbsp;</strong>executive director, Virginia Board of Nursing, was honored with the prestigious R. Louise McManus Award. Individuals receiving this award have made sustained and significant contributions through the highest commitment and dedication to the mission and vision of NCSBN.</p> <p><strong>Sue Tedford,&nbsp;MNSc, APRN,</strong>&nbsp;executive director, Arkansas State Board of Nursing, received the Meritorious Service Award, which is granted to a member for significant contributions to the mission and vision of NCSBN.</p> <p><strong>Victoria Record,&nbsp;EdD, MS, RN, AGPCNP-BC, CNE</strong>, board member, New York State Board of Nursing, and <strong>Patricia Towler,</strong> board staff, Nevada State Board of Nursing, each received the Exceptional Contribution Award, which is given for significant contribution by a member who is not a president or executive officer and has demonstrated support of NCSBN&rsquo;s mission.</p> <p>The&nbsp;<strong>British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives&nbsp;</strong>was awarded the Regulatory Achievement Award that recognizes the member board or associate member that has made an identifiable, significant contribution to the mission and vision of NCSBN in promoting public policy related to the safe and effective practice of nursing in the interest of public welfare.</p> <p>In addition, service awards were given to the following executive officers of nursing regulatory bodies (NRBs):</p> <p><strong>Five Years</strong></p> <ul> <li>Roberta Hills, PhD, RN, program director, Colorado Board of Nursing</li> <li>Zennia Pecina, MSN, RN, executive officer, Guam Board of Nurse Examiners</li> <li>Roca Sablan, RN, board chairperson, Northern Mariana Islands Board of Nursing</li> <li>Carmen Vanterpool-Romney, RN, CPM, executive officer, Virgin Islands Board of Nurse Licensure</li> <li>Cindy Smith, MSN, RN, executive director, College of Registered Nurses of Saskatchewan</li> </ul> <p><strong>About NCSBN</strong></p> <p>Empowering and supporting nursing regulators across the world in their mandate to protect the public, NCSBN is an independent, not-for-profit organization. As a global leader in regulatory excellence, NCSBN champions regulatory solutions to borderless health care delivery, agile regulatory systems and nurses practicing to the full scope of their education, experience and expertise. A world leader in test development and administration, NCSBN&rsquo;s NCLEX Exams are internationally recognized as the preeminent nursing examinations.</p> <p>NCSBN&rsquo;s membership is comprised of the nursing regulatory bodies (NRBs) in the 50 states, the District of Columbia and four U.S. territories. There are nine exam user members and 21 associate members that are either NRBs or empowered regulatory authorities from other countries or territories.</p> <p>The statements and opinions expressed are those of NCSBN and not individual members.</p> NCSBN Award Ceremony Honors Outstanding Nurse Regulators The National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN) is a not-for-profit organization whose purpose is to provide an organization through which boards of nursing act and counsel together on matters of common interest and concern affecting the public health, safety and welfare, including the development of licensing examinations in nursing. Awards NCSBN Organization FALSE yes en_US lxcgjon3 /default/main/NCSBN true ncsbn/News manual 2024-09-10 12:25:28 /default/main/NCSBN/STAGING 2024-09-09 14:29:07 en_US templatedata/ncsbn/News/data/2024/ncsbn-elects-national-leadership-and-considers-new-business-with-its-members-at-its-2024-annual-meeting.xml templatedata/ncsbn/News/data/2024/ncsbn-elects-national-leadership-and-considers-new-business-with-its-members-at-its-2024-annual-meeting.xml /default/main/NCSBN/WORKAREA/default lxcgjon3 2024-09-09 14:29:07 lxcgjon3 lxcgjon3 templatedata/ncsbn/News/data/2024/ncsbn-elects-national-leadership-and-considers-new-business-with-its-members-at-its-2024-annual-meeting.xml lxcgjon3 2024-09-10 14:25:00 /default/main/NCSBN News Release lxcgjon3 lxcgjon3 2024-09-10 12:25:28 /default/main/NCSBN/WORKAREA/default/templatedata/ncsbn/News/data/2024/ncsbn-elects-national-leadership-and-considers-new-business-with-its-members-at-its-2024-annual-meeting.xml ncsbn-elects-national-leadership-and-considers-new-business-with-its-members-at-its-2024-annual-meeting lxcgjon3 lxcgjon3 1 NCSBN Elects National Leadership and Considers New Business with its Members at its 2024 Annual Meeting News Release 2024-09-10 14:25:00 /sites/ncsbn/news/news-releases.page /templatedata/ncsbn/Vertical-Navigation/data/news.xml <p>NCSBN met in Chicago Aug. 28-30, 2024, to consider pertinent association business with its members.</p> /images/2025-Annual-Meeting-news.png yes yes <p>CHICAGO &ndash; NCSBN met in Chicago Aug. 28-30, 2024, to consider pertinent association business with its members.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>Incoming President of the NCSBN Board of Directors, Phyllis Polk Johnson, DNP, RN, FNP-BC, executive director, Mississippi Board of Nursing<strong>, </strong>said,<strong> &ldquo;</strong>The 2024 NCSBN Annual Meeting encapsulated the theme &lsquo;Every Moment Matters, Realizing Lasting Impact.&rsquo;&nbsp; It reminded us of the importance of living in the present, appreciating the richness of our lives and making the most of every opportunity in life. The event ushered in a new era of transformational and innovative leadership under CEO Phil Dickison, PhD, RN, whose mantra is &lsquo;listen before acting, seek to understand, and develop a culture whose north star demands public protection.&rsquo;&rdquo;</p> <p>Significant actions approved include:</p> <ul> <li>Approved the College of Registered Nurses and Midwives of Prince Edward Island as an Exam User Member of NCSBN.</li> <li>Approved the Yukon Registered Nurses Association as an Exam User Member of NCSBN.</li> </ul> <p>Elections to the Board of Directors:</p> <ul> <li>President-Elect, Jose Delfin D. Castillo III, PhD, MSNA, CRNA, APRN, APRN Seat, Florida Board of Nursing</li> <li>Director-at-Large,<strong> </strong>Tony Graham, MS, CPM, chief operations officer, North Carolina Board of Nursing</li> <li>Director-at-Large,<strong> </strong>Missy Poortenga, MHA, RN, executive officer, Montana Board of Nursing</li> <li>Director-at-Large,<strong> </strong>Ann Oertwich, PhD, RN, executive director, Nebraska State Board of Nursing</li> <li>Director-at-Large,<strong> </strong>Tammy Vaughn, MSN, RN, CNE, program coordinator &ndash; Education, Arkansas State Board of Nursing</li> </ul> <p>NCSBN delegates also elected members of the Leadership Succession Committee:</p> <ul> <li>Area II Member Maureen (Moe) Bentz, MSN, RN, CNML, North Dakota</li> <li>Area IV Member Linda Kmetz, PhD, RN, Pennsylvania</li> </ul> <p>&ldquo;At this year&rsquo;s meeting, we also celebrated the work that enhances public protection nationally and internationally. More importantly, we had the opportunity to recognize the contributions of those individuals who made such enrichment possible. This celebration of contributions is a testament to the value we place on each and every member of our community. Every moment matters in nursing, and your moment is our mission, the mission of public protection,&rdquo; noted Johnson.</p> <p><strong>About NCSBN</strong><br />Empowering and supporting nursing regulators across the world in their mandate to protect the public, NCSBN is an independent, not-for-profit organization. As a global leader in regulatory excellence, NCSBN champions regulatory solutions to borderless health care delivery, agile regulatory systems and nurses practicing to the full scope of their education, experience and expertise. A world leader in test development and administration, NCSBN&rsquo;s NCLEX<sup>&reg;</sup>&nbsp;Exams are internationally recognized as the preeminent nursing examinations.&nbsp;</p> <p>NCSBN&rsquo;s membership is comprised of the nursing regulatory bodies (NRBs) in the 50 states, the District of Columbia and four U.S. territories. There are nine exam user members and 21 associate members that are either NRBs or empowered regulatory authorities from other countries or territories.&nbsp;</p> <p>The statements and opinions expressed are those of NCSBN and not individual members.</p> NCSBN Elects National Leadership and Considers New Business with its Members at its 2024 Annual Meeting The National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN) is a not-for-profit organization whose purpose is to provide an organization through which boards of nursing act and counsel together on matters of common interest and concern affecting the public health, safety and welfare, including the development of licensing examinations in nursing. annual meeting NCSBN Organization FALSE yes en_US lxcgjjzc /default/main/NCSBN true ncsbn/News manual 2024-08-12 14:05:07 /default/main/NCSBN/STAGING 2024-08-02 13:45:45 en_US templatedata/ncsbn/News/data/2024/statement-from-the-tricouncil-for-nursing-when-nurses-vote-health-care-policy-changes-for-the-better.xml templatedata/ncsbn/News/data/2024/statement-from-the-tricouncil-for-nursing-when-nurses-vote-health-care-policy-changes-for-the-better.xml /default/main/NCSBN/WORKAREA/default lxcgjjzc 2024-08-02 13:45:45 lxcgjjzc lxcgjjzc templatedata/ncsbn/News/data/2024/statement-from-the-tricouncil-for-nursing-when-nurses-vote-health-care-policy-changes-for-the-better.xml lxcgjjzc 2024-08-12 13:39:00 /default/main/NCSBN News Release lxcgjjzc lxcgjjzc 2024-08-12 14:05:07 /default/main/NCSBN/WORKAREA/default/templatedata/ncsbn/News/data/2024/statement-from-the-tricouncil-for-nursing-when-nurses-vote-health-care-policy-changes-for-the-better.xml statement-from-the-tricouncil-for-nursing-when-nurses-vote-health-care-policy-changes-for-the-better lxcgjjzc lxcgjjzc 1 Statement from the Tri-Council for Nursing: When Nurses Vote, Health Care Policy Changes for the Better News Release 2024-08-12 13:39:00 /sites/ncsbn/news/news-releases.page /templatedata/ncsbn/Vertical-Navigation/data/news.xml <p>The Tri-Council for Nursing, representing nurses in practice, education, and regulation, urges nurses to exercise their right to vote in the 2024 election.</p> /images/vote-news-promo.png yes yes <p>Without nurses, quality care would be out of reach for many U.S. residents. As the largest, <a href="https://news.gallup.com/poll/608903/ethics-ratings-nearly-professions-down.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noopener">most trusted health care profession</a>, nurses&rsquo; influence on public health and policy cannot be overstated. With so much at stake for the future of health care, it is essential for nurses to make their voices heard, because when nurses speak, health care changes for the better.</p> <p>Nurses benefit society in many ways and positively impact patients and health care systems. This experience, in addition to the public&rsquo;s trust in the profession, makes nurses&rsquo; voices invaluable when improving health care and meeting patients&rsquo; needs. In this election year, we encourage nurses to vote in local, state, and federal elections to ensure quality patient care and nursing perspectives are prioritized.</p> <p>The Tri-Council for Nursing, an alliance of the American Association of Colleges of Nursing, the American Nurses Association, the American Organization for Nursing Leadership, the National Council of State Boards of Nursing, and the National League for Nursing representing nurses in practice, education, and regulation, urges you to exercise your right to vote in the 2024 election.</p> <p>The Tri-Council calls upon all nurses to carefully weigh the positions, proposals, statements, and voting records of candidates who aspire to elected office on November 5. To ensure you have the best information available and are ready to cast your ballot, follow these three simple steps:</p> <ol> <li><strong>Register</strong>. Double check your registration status by going to <a href="https://vote.gov/">Vote.gov</a>. Some states allow same day or online registration, but it is important to check now to ensure you are prepared for Election Day.</li> <li><strong>Do Your Research. </strong>While 2024 is a presidential election year, there are many open seats at the state and local levels as well. It is important to research not only who will be on the ballot, but any proposals that may be up for consideration.</li> <li><strong>VOTE</strong>. Voting can look very different depending on the state and territory. Check out voting options in your state or territory, find your polling site, and determine the best way for you to cast your ballot in this year&rsquo;s election.</li> </ol> <p>To learn more about local and state voting rules, polling places, mail-in options, or absentee ballots visit <a href="https://vote.gov/">Vote.gov</a>.</p> <p>Nurses continue to answer the call to protect our nation&rsquo;s health and safety, from rural towns to urban centers. With nearly 5 million nurses nationwide, there is power in our voice. This year, make your voice heard in the 2024 election and beyond.</p> <p><strong>VOTE!</strong></p> <p>More information on the Tri-Council for Nursing:</p> <p><strong>About the American Association of Colleges of Nursing <br /></strong>AACN is the national voice for academic nursing representing more than 875 schools of nursing nationwide. AACN establishes quality standards for nursing education, influences the nursing profession to improve health care, and promotes public support of baccalaureate and graduate nursing education, research, and practice. For more information about AACN, visit&nbsp;<a href="https://www.aacnnursing.org/syllabus">aacnnursing.org</a>&nbsp;and connect with us on&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/american-association-of-colleges-of-nursing">LinkedIn</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/JonasPhilanthropies/">Facebook</a>, and&nbsp;<a href="https://twitter.com/AACNursing">X</a>.</p> <p><strong>About the American Nurses Association <br /></strong>The American Nurses Association (ANA) is the premier organization representing the interests of the nation's 5 million registered nurses. ANA advances the nursing profession by fostering high standards of nursing practice, promoting a safe and ethical work environment, bolstering the health and wellness of nurses, and advocating on health care issues that affect nurses and the public. ANA is at the forefront of improving the quality of health care for all. For more information, visit <a href="http://www.nursingworld.org">www.nursingworld.org</a>. To assist nurses in registering to vote and deliver key election season information, ANA has created <a href="https://nursesvote.org/">NursesVote.org</a> to keep nurses well informed.</p> <p><strong>About the American Organization for Nursing Leadership <br /></strong>As the national professional organization of more than 12,000 nurse leaders, the American Organization for Nursing Leadership (AONL) is the voice of nursing leadership. Our membership encompasses nurse leaders working in hospitals, health systems, academia and other care settings across the care continuum. Since 1967, the organization has led the field of nursing leadership through professional development, advocacy and research that advances nursing leadership practice and patient care. AONL is an affiliate of the American Hospital Association. For more information, visit <a href="https://www.aonl.org/">AONL.org</a>.</p> <p><strong>About NCSBN <br /></strong>Empowering and supporting nursing regulators across the world in their mandate to protect the public, NCSBN is an independent, not-for-profit organization. As a global leader in regulatory excellence, NCSBN champions regulatory solutions to borderless health care delivery, agile regulatory systems and nurses practicing to the full scope of their education, experience and expertise. A world leader in test development and administration, NCSBN&rsquo;s NCLEX Exams are internationally recognized as the preeminent nursing examinations.</p> <p>NCSBN&rsquo;s membership is comprised of the nursing regulatory bodies (NRBs) in the 50 states, the District of Columbia and four U.S. territories. There are seven exam user members and 23 associate members that are either NRBs or empowered regulatory authorities from other countries or territories.</p> <p>The statements and opinions expressed are those of NCSBN and not individual members.</p> <p><strong>About the National League for Nursing <br /></strong>Dedicated to excellence in nursing, the National League for Nursing is the premier organization for nurse faculty and leaders in nursing education. The NLN offers professional development, networking opportunities, testing services, nursing research grants, and public policy initiatives to its nearly 45,000 individual and 1,000 institutional members, comprising nursing education programs across the spectrum of higher education and health care organizations. Learn more at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.nln.org/home">NLN.org.</a></p> Statement from the Tri-Council for Nursing: When Nurses Vote, Health Care Policy Changes for the Better The National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN) is a not-for-profit organization whose purpose is to provide an organization through which boards of nursing act and counsel together on matters of common interest and concern affecting the public health, safety and welfare, including the development of licensing examinations in nursing. NCSBN Organization FALSE yes en_US lxcgjhj1 /default/main/NCSBN true ncsbn/News manual 2024-08-02 13:48:21 /default/main/NCSBN/STAGING 2024-07-19 11:49:16 en_US templatedata/ncsbn/News/data/2024/statement-from-the-tricouncil-for-nursing-on-the-imperative-need-for-diversity-equity-inclusion-and-belonging-in-nursing.xml templatedata/ncsbn/News/data/2024/statement-from-the-tricouncil-for-nursing-on-the-imperative-need-for-diversity-equity-inclusion-and-belonging-in-nursing.xml /default/main/NCSBN/WORKAREA/default lxcgjhj1 2024-07-19 11:49:16 lxcgjhj1 lxcgjhj1 templatedata/ncsbn/News/data/2024/statement-from-the-tricouncil-for-nursing-on-the-imperative-need-for-diversity-equity-inclusion-and-belonging-in-nursing.xml lxcgjhj1 2024-07-19 11:12:00 /default/main/NCSBN News Update lxcgjhj1 lxcgjhj1 1721414084854 2024-08-02 13:48:21 /default/main/NCSBN/WORKAREA/default/templatedata/ncsbn/News/data/2024/statement-from-the-tricouncil-for-nursing-on-the-imperative-need-for-diversity-equity-inclusion-and-belonging-in-nursing.xml statement-from-the-tricouncil-for-nursing-on-the-imperative-need-for-diversity-equity-inclusion-and-belonging-in-nursing lxcgjhj1 lxcgjhj1 1 Statement from the Tri-Council for Nursing on the Imperative Need for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging in Nursing News Update 2024-07-19 11:12:00 /sites/ncsbn/news/news-releases.page /templatedata/ncsbn/Vertical-Navigation/data/news.xml <p>The Tri-Council for Nursing calls for unwavering support for diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) within nursing education, practice and all other health care sectors.</p> /images/DEIB-v1_720x480.png no yes <p>As part of nursing&rsquo;s ongoing commitment to advance health equity and advocate for quality care, the Tri-Council for Nursing &mdash; the American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN), the American Nurses Association (ANA), the American Organization for Nursing Leadership (AONL), the National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN), and the National League for Nursing (NLN) &mdash; calls for unwavering support for diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) within nursing education, practice and all other health care sectors.</p> <p><a href="/public-files/Tri-Council_July-2024_DEIB_Statement.pdf">Read the statement</a>.</p> Statement from the Tri-Council for Nursing on the Imperative Need for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging in Nursing The National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN) is a not-for-profit organization whose purpose is to provide an organization through which boards of nursing act and counsel together on matters of common interest and concern affecting the public health, safety and welfare, including the development of licensing examinations in nursing. 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