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  • Prelicensure Distance Education Requirements | 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 APRN Consensus Implementation Status 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 Comp ...

  • Education Papers & Publications | 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. This article reports on the results of a survey conducted by the National Council of State Boards of Nursing of 11,060 pre-licensure nursing programs in the United States as a means of describing use of simulation.   2010   | Research Item Transition to Practice: Improving Patient Outcomes This chapter examines the evidence that a standardized transition program for new graduate nurses has a positive impact on patient safety. 2009   | Research Item Regulation Fosters Innovations in Nursing Education Because of the complexities in nursing and healthcare delivery and a national focus on patient safety, there has been a call across nursing organizations and healthcare organizations for more innovation in nursing and healthcare education. 

  • National Simulation Guidelines for Prelicensure Nursing 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. LWW and; Palaganas, J.C., Maxworthy, J.C., Epps, C. A., Mancini, M.E. (2015). Defining excellence in simulation programs . Wolters Kluwer Guidelines Faculty are prepared to lead simulations Evidence Resources See NCSBN Simulation Faculty Preparation Checklist Guidelines Program has an understanding of polices and processes that are a part of the simulation experience.

  • U.S. Nursing Licensure for Internationally Educated Nurses | 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 APRN Consensus Implementation Status 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 Adverse Events Decision Pathway for Nurse Leaders/Administrators (AEDP) Initial Review of Complaint Investigation Board Proceedings Alternative to Discipline Programs Board Action Discipline Resources Reporting & Enforcement National Practitioner Data Bank (NPDB) International U.S.

  • Uniform Licensure Requirements | 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. Uniform Licensure Requirements Uniform Licensure Requirements (ULRs) are the essential prerequisites for initial, endorsement, renewal and reinstatement licensure needed across every NCSBN jurisdiction to ensure the safe and competent practice of nursing. ULRs protect the public by setting consistent standards and promoting a health care system that is fluid and accessible by removing barriers to care and maximizing portability for nurses. They also assure the consumer that a nurse in one state has met the requirements of the nurses in every other state. ULRs support the fact that the expectations for the education of a nurse and the responsibilities of a nurse are the same throughout every NCSBN member board jurisdiction in the United States.

  • The National Nursing Database | 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. Number of Nurses in U.S. and by Jurisdiction A comprehensive source of nursing licensure statistics for the U.S. and its territories. All Active Licenses Active RN Licenses Active PN Licenses Member Board Profiles A comprehensive database which provides detailed information about NCSBN's Member Boards.

  • Active PN Licenses | 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 APRN Consensus Implementation Status 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 Comp ...

  • Active RN Licenses | 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 APRN Consensus Implementation Status 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 Comp ...

  • Licensure Statistics FAQs | 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. See Answer No, the National Nursing Database does not store information for temporary licenses.   Is there a fee to use The National Nursing Database? See Answer No, this is a complimentary service from NCSBN.  When is The National Nursing Database available? See Answer The National Nursing Database is available seven days a week, 24 hours a day.  I am unable to print the maps.

  • 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. Learn More Professional Boundaries Resources for health care professionals and nurses that explain common boundary violations, how to avoid crossing boundaries and possible implications when professional boundaries are crossed. Learn More Decision Making & Delegation Scope of Practice Decision - Making Framework The Tri-Council for Nursing worked together to develop a uniform tool that assists nurses and their employer in determining the responsibilities a nurse can safely perform. Learn More Delegation NCSBN, along with experts representing education, research and practice developed national guidelines to facilitate and standardize the nursing delegation process .