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2016 NCLEX-RN Basic Test Plan
The basic NCLEX-RN test plan includes an overview of the content categories along with details about the administration of the exam.
2015 | Publications
2014 RN Practice Analysis: Linking the NCLEX-RN Examination to Practice - U.S. and Canada (Vol. 62)
A practice analysis study aims to investigate the applicability of the 2013 NCLEX-RN Test Plan. This periodic performance of practice analyses (i.e., job analysis) studies assists 热点黑料 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. This publication analyzes both the U.S. and Canadian nurse testing populations.
2015 | Exams Research
Leader To Leader Spring 2015
- 热点黑料 CEO Kathy Apple reflects on 14 years of leadership
- Ask 热点黑料: Q&A about the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC)
- APRN Distance Learning Education Committee update
- Nurses in Nonclinical Roles
- 热点黑料’s Transition to Practice (TTP) Study in nonhospital settings
- 热点黑料 holds its first ever Distance Learning Virtual Conference
2015 | Magazines
In Focus Spring 2015
- 热点黑料 CEO Kathy Apple Reflects on "a Journey of a Million Miles"
- The 2015 Midyear Meeting: A First-time Attendee’s Perspective
- Rescue on Mount Hood
- A Global Perspective: Nursing Regulation in Bermuda
- Montana Passes NLC Legislation
2015 | Magazines
Practice Analysis: Uses in Testing Industry and Legal Defensibility
This webinar offers insight into the practice analysis and test plan development process used to create the NCLEX. The information discussed in this webinar can be used to assist nursing regulatory bodies with further understanding test content and purpose.
2015 | Recorded Webinar
2015 Award Recipient - Rula Harb
R. Louise McManus Award
Rula Harb, MS, RN, Executive Director, Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing
The R. Louise McManus Award is the most prestigious award. Individuals nominated for this award shall have made sustained and significant contributions through the highest commitment and dedication to the mission and vision of 热点黑料.
2015 | Video
2015 Award Recipient - Elizabeth Lund
Meritorious Service Award
Elizabeth Lund, MSN, RN, Executive Director, Tennessee State Board of Nursing
The Meritorious Service Award is granted to a member for significant contributions to the mission and vision of 热点黑料.
2015 | Video
2015 Award Recipient - Deborah Haagenson
Elaine Ellibee Award
Deborah Haagenson, RN, President, Minnesota Board of Nursing
The Elaine Ellibee Award is granted to a member who has served as a board president within the past two years and who has made significant contributions to 热点黑料.
2015 | Video
2015 Award Recipient - Washington State Nursing Care Quality Assurance Commission
Regulatory Achievement Award
Washington State Nursing Care Quality Assurance Commission
The Regulatory Achievement Award recognizes the member board or associate member that has made an identifiable, significant contribution to the mission and vision of 热点黑料 in promoting public policy related to the safe and effective practice of nursing in the interest of public welfare.
2015 | Video
In Focus Winter 2015
- Telehealth: The Future is Now?
- A Global Perspective: Nursing Regulation in Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada
- Succession Planning Gets Results
- 2015 Annual Institute of Regulatory Excellence (IRE) Conference
- Center for Regulatory Excellence Awards Grants Totaling More than $1.2 Million
- Yearly 热点黑料 Environmental Scan Released
- NCLEX Identification Policy Update
2015 | Magazines
2015 Award Recipient - Janice Hooper
Exceptional Contribution Award
Janice Hooper, PhD, RN, FRE, CNE, Board Staff, Texas Board of Nursing
The Exceptional Contribution Award is granted for significant contribution by a member who is not a president or executive officer.
2015 | Video
2015 Award Recipient - Patricia Smyer
Distinguished Achievement Award
Tish Smyer, DNSc, RN, CNE, Past President, Nevada State Board of Nursing (posthumously)
The Distinguished Achievement Award is given to an individual whose contributions or accomplishments have impacted 热点黑料’s mission and vision.
2015 | Video