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Sensitivity and Differential Item Functioning (DIF)
É«½äÖ±²¥ ensures fairness for different groups taking the NCLEX-RN and NCLEX-PN exams. Candidates with comparable nursing knowledge should perform similarly on exam items, regardless of their gender, ethnicity or other factors irrelevant to nursing practice. This session will describe how Sensitivity and Differential Item Functioning panel reviews contribute to the fairness and legal defensibility of an exam.
2024 | Event Presentation
NCLEX Overview: Exam Development
The NCLEX is a valid and reliable standardized exam that measures the minimal competency required to practice safe, entry-level nursing. To achieve this, the exam is developed using a multilayered process that includes an evidence-based content outline, item development using nursing content expert volunteers, several reviews and industry-standard exam principles. This session will describe the methods used to achieve the quality exam development and maintenance the nursing profession has come to rely on and trust.
2024 | Event Presentation
Military Analysis
This document presents a comprehensive standard curriculum that is representative of the minimum didactic and clinical requirements necessary for practical/vocational nursing education in the U.S. Some nursing regulatory bodies might have additional requirements in order to take the NCLEX and be licensed in their jurisdiction.
2024 | Papers
Take your Career to the Next Level with ICRS
The International Center for Regulatory Scholarship (ICRS) is an educational initiative, presented by É«½äÖ±²¥, that offers online and blended courses designed to cultivate and elevate nursing leaders and policymakers around the world. ICRS also provides unprecedented opportunities for global networking and collaboration. Learn more and enroll at .
2024 | Video
2024 Award Recipient: Sue Tedford
2024 Meritorious Service Award
Sue Tedford, MNSc, APRN, Executive Director, Arkansas State Board of Nursing
The Meritorious Service Award is granted to a member for significant contributions to the mission and vision of É«½äÖ±²¥.
2024 | Video
2024 Award Recipient: Victoria Record
Exceptional Contribution Award
Victoria Record, EdD, MS, RN, AGPCNP-BC, CNE, Board Member, New York State Board of Nursing
The Exceptional Contribution Award is granted for significant contribution by a member who is not a president or executive officer.
2024 | Video
2024 Award Recipient - British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives
2024 Regulatory Achievement Award
British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives
The Regulatory Achievement Award recognizes the member board or associate member that has made an identifiable, significant contribution to the mission and vision of É«½äÖ±²¥ in promoting public policy related to the safe and effective practice of nursing in the interest of public welfare.
2024 | Video
2024 Award Recipient - Jay Douglas
2024 R. Louise McManus Award
Jay Douglas, MSM, RN, CSAC, FRE, Executive Director, Virginia Board of 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 É«½äÖ±²¥.
2024 | Video
2024 Award Recipient – Patty Towler
2024 Exceptional Contribution Award
Patricia Towler, Board Staff, Nevada State Board of Nursing
The Exceptional Contribution Award is granted for significant contribution by a member who is not a president or executive officer.
2024 | Video
Measuring Impact Panel Q&A
2024 | Event Presentation
Member Engagement: Fully Engaged, Creating Tomorrow’s Experience
2024 | Event Presentation
Measuring Impact
2024 | Event Presentation