NCSBN conducts cutting-edge, award-winning research that supports evidence-based regulatory decisions for patient safety and public protection. NCSBN has also created a number of initiatives to generate, encourage and fund research.
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The National Nursing Workforce Survey collects crucial information on the supply of RNs and LPN/VNs in the United States, which assists in allocating resources, developing programs and recruiting efforts.
The Institute of Regulatory Excellence (IRE) is a four-year professional development program designed for nursing regulators.
NCSBN provides a comprehensive source of nursing licensure statistics for the U.S. and territories.
Discover research conducted by nurse educators, administrators, regulators and NCSBN staff that has been published in peer-reviewed journals.
Featured Publications
Published Date: 2010
Topic: Regulation
The Journal of Nursing Regulation (JNR) is a peer-reviewed, academic/professional journal published quarterly in January, April, July and October. It provides a worldwide forum for sharing research, evidence-based practice, and innovative strategies and solutions related to nursing regulation and practice.
The Journal of Nursing Regulation is available online. Questions or comments may be directed to jnr@ncsbn.org.
Published Date: 2014
Topic: NCLEX Examinations
This annual publication provides national and state summary data of member boards’ licensure activities, as well as data on candidate performance on the NCLEX-RN and NCLEX-PN Examinations.
Published Date: 2013
Topic: Practice and Education
This periodic performance of practice analyses (i.e., job analysis) studies assists NCSBN in evaluating the validity of the test plan that guides content distribution of the licensure examination. Because changes can occur in licensed practical/vocational nurse (LPN/VN) practice, practice analyses are conducted on a three-year cycle.
Published Date: 2012
Topic: Practice and Education
This periodic performance of practice analyses (i.e., job analysis) studies assists NCSBN in evaluating the validity of the test plan that guides content distribution of the licensure examination. Because changes can occur in registered nurse (RN) practice, practice analyses are conducted on a three-year cycle.
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