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  • Practice | NCSBN

    NCSBN produces innovative materials and initiatives to support nursing regulatory bodies (NRB). We address practice topics with the intent to provide evidence-based resources to guide regulatory decisions. APRN Consensus Model APRN Consensus Model Toolkit Substance Use Disorder in Nursing An extensive body of scientific evidence shows that approaching substance use disorders as treatable illnesses is extremely effective. NCSBN offers free Substance Use Disorder Resources. Overview Substance Use Disorder in Nursing Opioid Toolkit Substance Use Disorder Educational Materials Guidelines for Medical Marijuana The NCSBN National Nursing Guidelines for Medical Marijuana  fills the gap in the literature on the nursing care of patients using medical marijuana and provides evidence-based nursing guidelines.

  • Report of Findings from the 2017 RN Nursing Knowledge Survey | NCSBN

    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. The results of this study will be used to inform item development.  Publish Date 2018 Topic Practice, Registered Nurses (RNs), Research From Exam Research Briefs Type Exams Research Download Publication Stay Current with NCSBN Join our email list to receive the latest news, publications and events from NCSBN and the world of nursing regulation.

  • Report of Findings from the 2024 RN Nursing Knowledge Survey | NCSBN

    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. The results of this study will be used to inform item development. Because changes can occur in RN practice, this study is conducted on a three-year cycle. Publish Date 2025 Topic Education, NCLEX Exam, Practice, Registered Nurses (RNs) From Exam Research Briefs Type Exams Research Download Publication Stay Current with NCSBN Join our email list to receive the latest news, publications and events from NCSBN and the world of nursing regulation.

  • The Importance of Data Forensics Applications in Today's Testing Programs | NCSBN

    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. The Importance of Data Forensics Applications in Today's Testing Programs | NCSBN Skip to Main Content Member Sign In Exams Nursing Regulation Compacts Policy Research Membership About Search Search Search Search Search Search Exams Nursing Regulation Compacts Policy Research Membership About Member Sign In More in NCSBN Exams NCSBN Exams NCLEX REx-PN NNAAP & MACE Exam Statistics & Publications NCLEX Pass Rates NCLEX Fact Sheet NCSBN Exam Program Reports Nurse Licensure and NCL ...

  • 2026 Awards Webinar #3: Final Overview of the Nomination Process | NCSBN

    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. 2026 Awards Webinar #3: Final Overview of the Nomination Process | NCSBN Skip to Main Content Member Sign In Exams Nursing Regulation Compacts Policy Research Membership About Search Search Search Search Search Search Exams Nursing Regulation Compacts Policy Research Membership About Member Sign In 2026 Awards Webinar #3: Final Overview of the Nomination Process Video playback issues?

  • Nurses' Competence Development During the First 5 Years of Practice | NCSBN

    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. Authors Margaret H. Kearney, PhD, RN & Kevin Kenward, PhD, MA Citation Kearney, M.H., & Kenward, K. (2010). Nurses’ competence development during the first 5 years of practice. Journal of Nursing Regulation, 1(1), 9-15. Publish Date 2010 Topic Continued Competence, Education, Practice, Research From Research Library Type Research Item Read article Stay Current with NCSBN Join our email list to receive the latest news, publications and events from NCSBN and the world of nursing regulation.

  • Compact Briefs: Unraveling Some of the Most Misunderstood NLC Topics | NCSBN

    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. Compact Briefs: Unraveling Some of the Most Misunderstood NLC Topics | NCSBN Skip to Main Content Member Sign In Exams Nursing Regulation Compacts Policy Research Membership About Search Search Search Search Search Search Exams Nursing Regulation Compacts Policy Research Membership About Member Sign In Compact Briefs: Unraveling Some of the Most Misunderstood NLC Topics Video playback issues?

  • What’s on Your Mind About the Future of Nursing Regulation? | NCSBN

    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. What’s on Your Mind About the Future of Nursing Regulation? | NCSBN Skip to Main Content Member Sign In Exams Nursing Regulation Compacts Policy Research Membership About Search Search Search Search Search Search Exams Nursing Regulation Compacts Policy Research Membership About Member Sign In What’s on Your Mind About the Future of Nursing Regulation?

  • Report of Findings from the 2021 RN Nursing Knowledge Survey | NCSBN

    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. The results of this study will be used to inform item development. Because changes can occur in registered nurse (RN) practice, this study is conducted on a three-year cycle. Due to COVID-19, the RN knowledge survey was conducted in 2021. Publish Date 2022 From Exam Research Briefs Type Exams Research Download Publication Stay Current with NCSBN Join our email list to receive the latest news, publications and events from NCSBN and the world of nursing regulation.

  • Report of Findings from the Practice and Professional Issues Survey (Vol. 15) | NCSBN

    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. Nursing Licensure for Internationally Educated Nurses Practice APRN Consensus Model APRN Consensus Model Toolkit Substance Use Disorder Substance Use Disorder in Nursing Opioid Toolkit Substance Use Disorder Educational Materials Guidelines for Medical Marijuana Professional Boundaries Scope of Practice Decision-Making Framework Delegation New Nurses: Key Issues Transition to Practice Study results Discipline Filing a Complaint Filing a Complaint FAQ ...