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  • LTL_Fall2021.pdf

    The list included commonplace but unproven solutions, like taking vitamin C, along with seemingly absurd recom- mendations, such as blowing hot air up one’s nose with a hairdryer to kill the virus living in nasal cavities. Many of these health hoaxes, of course, spread globally through social media, and unfortunately their pervasiveness proved deadly. Before the end of that first month of the pandemic, the Associated Press reported that hundreds had died in Iran after ingesting toxic methanol because social media posts had led them to believe that drinking high-proof alcohol would kill SARS-CoV-2.

  • NCSBN_AnnualReport2012_5.pdf

    A monograph of the meeting was published, which described the meeting and detailed the key themes that emerged from the work of the participants A newly designed and enhanced www.ncsbn.org was launched that offers a clean and refined design scheme with appealing graphics Changes were made based on extensive research and analysis into what ncsbn org visitors need and want from the website, which now includes specially designed portals for the general public and nursing community, and a communicat ...

  • Brochures & Posters | 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. Brochures & Posters | 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 Resources Resources Communications Library Brochures & Posters Magazines Video Library Online Courses Webinars Websites & Applications Definition of Nursing Terms Brochures & Posters Please, leave this field blank: Step 1 (of 2) Choose B ...

  • 24-dcm-agenda.pdf

    Break down “She Said, He Said” disciplinary complaints to determine action viability by board of nursing. Evaluate the proper balancing test for investigating a licensee’s social media within a disciplinary complaint or initial application for licensure. Analyze applicable disciplinary case studies utilizing contemporary legal and investigative strategies. Audience Member investigative staff, state attorneys, U.S. members, exam user members and associate members.

  • Resources for Board Investigators | 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. Checklists and Interview Templates are available as fillable PDF forms and WORD documents: Case Assignment Checklist Investigative Checklist General Interview Practice Complaint/Allegation Interview Breach of Patient Confidentiality Interview Patient Confidentiality Violation (Social Media) Interview Substance Abuse Interview Drug Diversion/Misappropriation Interview Drug Diversion Audit Tool Criminal Conduct Interview Nursing Practice Act Violations Report Complaints Involving ...

  • 2024 Discipline Case Management Conference | 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. 2024 Discipline Case Management Conference | 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 About NCSBN About NCSBN Governance & Staff Board of Directors Departments & Services Careers NCSBN Benefits Open Positions Events Meeting Resources Business Expense Reimbursement Form Call for Abstracts Past Events ...

  • BOD_Minutes_092011.pdf

    Review Paper on Impact of Board of Nursing Administrative Structures Chief Officer, Nursing Regulation Maryann Alexander presented a paper on the impact of Board of Nursing administrative structures. The Board discussed possible next steps to collect further outcome data on administrative structures including an interdisciplinary approach. Staff will review and present possible proposals at a future date. G.15. Review ANA Social Media Statement for Endorsement Action #8 Directo ...

  • Investigative_Checklist.docx

    . · Controlled Substance Prescriptive Monitoring Profile (CSPMP) If your jurisdiction allows, obtain a CSPMP on cases involving prescription medication abuse to ensure the investigator is aware of any misuses, multiple providers, or fraudulent prescriptions, or improper prescribing habits. · Social Media Check for social media to gain a better understanding of the licensee (Twitter, Myspace, Facebook, LinkedIn, etc) · Substance Abuse/Mental Health Records In some cases it may be necessary to request/order a substance use disorder/mental health evaluation to be completed.

  • Transcript_2019DCM_Maciura-Wade.pdf

    They're very wary about going in and just overturning a board's decision, and that's what sort of happened in this case. They said that, you know, what they did was within their purview. I think the other point is, this whole issue that is, you know, with social media where people think that they can have sort of a different life on social media. And I think what we're finding is that, as professionals, the opportunities for us to take that hat off as a professional, they're getting far further and fewer in between.

  • Education | 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 National Simulation Guidelines NCSBN conducted a  landmark study of simulation use in prelicensure nursing programs across the country. Learn More Resource Videos New Nurses: Your License to Practice This video helps nurses entering their first jobs learn about how the profession is regulated and other key issues of professional responsibility. Social Media Guidelines for Nurses NCSBN has developed guidelines for nurses and nursing students for using social media responsibly. Substance Use Disorder in Nursing The video provides a comprehensive look at the issue of substance use disorder. Nurse Licensure Guidance Learn requirements for nurse licensure in the U.S.