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  • Meet the Researchers | 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. More about Nicole K. Ozturk, PhD, MA Richard Smiley, MS, MA Senior Statistician, Research Nicole joined the Research Department in January 2020. She is a certified project manager professional and holds a Ph.D. in Education Psychology (Psychometrics) from the University of Illinois at Chicago.  Nicole’s primary research interests include licensed practical nurses (LPNs) and the broader nursing workforce, in addition to prelicensure education.

  • Simulation Study | 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 NCSBN National Simulation Study was conducted in three phases. Phase I involved a national survey of simulation use in pre-licensure nursing programs. Phase II was a randomized, controlled study examining the outcomes of various amounts of simulation to replace a portion of the hours spent in traditional clinical settings. Phase III was a longitudinal study that followed the nurse graduates into their clinical practice as new registered nurses.

  • NCSBN Grant Recipients | 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. . - Benjamin J. McMichael, PhD, JD Grantee Institution - University of Arkansas School of Law Effect of APRN Full Scope of Practice on Patient Care in Pregnancy Episodes P.I. - Danny Hughes, PhD Grantee Institution - Arizona State University Foundation for a New American University Nurses4All: A Mail Survey of Nurses for Policy Evaluation of Nurse Regulatory Legislation in Pennsylvania P.I. - Karen B. Lasater, PhD, RN, FAAN Grantee Institution - University of Pennsylvania 2022 View Projects Impact of Employee Assistance Programs on Substance Use in Nurses P.I. - Alison Trinkoff, RN, ScD, FAAN Grantee Institution - University of Maryland School of Nursing Nurses in Recovery: A Grounded Theory Study P.I. - Karen J.

  • Resources for Researchers | 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. Resources for Researchers | 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 Research Research Ongoing Research Recently Completed Research National Nursing Workforce Study 2024 Workforce Results Simulation Study Meet the Researchers Research & Learning Opportunities NCSBN Grant Program Doctoral Student Gra ...

  • Research Library | 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. 

  • Magazines | 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. NCSBN Opens Registration for NCLEX in Canada Linda L. Kerby of Mastery Education Consultations provides expertise on Clinical Reasoning in Nursing Practice Prelicensure Distance Education Recommendations A Review of Entry-Level Nurse Characteristics and the NCLEX 2014   | Magazines Spring 2014 Leader to Leader Whitney Hunter shares her journey joining the Idaho Board of Nursing as a consumer member in "A Day in the Life of a Nurse Regulator." Learn how Hunter serves as the voice of the public and what a public member’s role is on a board of nursing.

  • Webinars | 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 webinar for educators reviews NCSBN's efforts to restore testing capacity during the COVID-19 pandemic, temporary testing sites and what candidates need to know.  2020   | Recorded Webinar COVID-19 & the NCLEX: Educator Webinar NCSBN and Pearson VUE worked together to allow for the continued testing of NCLEX-RN and NCLEX-PN candidates on a limited basis, subject to state and local requirements. NCSBN hosted a 30-minute webinar to answer questions ...

  • Substance Use Disorder | 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. Who is Affected? Substance Use Disorder can affect anyone regardless of age, occupation, economic circumstances, ethnic background or gender. It is a progressive and chronic disease, but also one that can be successfully treated. However, published best medical practices cannot alone combat the Substance Use Disorder or the opioid public health epidemic. Only a multifaceted approach, including prescribers, regulatory authorities, pharmaceutical companies, employers, legislators, law enforcement, and the federal government has a chance at turning the tide of Substance Use Disorder and the opioid-related morbidity and mortality.

  •  10 Minute Insights: Pursuing Opportunities for Regulatory Excellence | 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. Contact NCSBN NCSBN Help Center Contact a Board of Nursing Members Only Sign in to access NCSBN members only information. Member Resources NCSBN Passport Terms Trademarks Privacy Help Sitemap © National Council of State Boards of Nursing, Inc. | All Rights Reserved.

  • 1986–1994: Forging New Frontiers with Computerized Adaptive Testing (CAT) | 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. Subscribe to our Mailing List Follow Us Explore NCSBN Exams Nursing Regulation Compacts Policy Research Membership About Resources News Events Resource Center Regulatory Atlas ICRS JNR Careers Related Links APRN Compact NCLEX NLC NURSYS REx-PN Need Help? Contact NCSBN NCSBN Help Center Contact a Board of Nursing Members Only Sign in to access NCSBN members only information. Member Resources NCSBN Passport Terms Trademarks Privacy Help Sitemap © National Council of State Boards of Nursing, Inc. | All Rights Reserved.