Invitation for RNs: 2016 NCLEX-RN Standard Setting

Invitation for RNs: 2016 NCLEX-RN Standard Setting Panel of Judges
Sept 9-11, 2015 in Chicago
The NCLEX-RN® Test Plan is evaluated on a three-year schedule involving an extensive job analysis
survey of newly licensed nurses and input from various nursing experts. The latest NCLEX-RN® Test Plan
will become effective April 1, 2016. Along with the test plan, the passing standard is re-evaluated on a
three-year cycle to ensure that the appropriate passing standard is in place for the corresponding
examination. NCSBN’s Board of Directors is responsible for setting the passing standard but the tasks
performed during the Panel of Judges meeting will be of assistance to the Board of Directors when the
standard setting decision is made.
The Standard Setting Panel of Judges will be composed of a minimum of nine (9) members, representing
various NCSBN regulatory bodies using NCLEX for primary licensure purposes. The group will reflect
registered nurses with varying years of nursing experience in entry-level clinical practice areas. Members
of the panel must meet the following criteria:
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Registered Nurse – active nursing registration in good standing
Employed as a RN for at least 2 years
Current clinical practice
Works with, supervises, and/or educates newly licensed RNs within their first 12
months of practice
At least one RN licensed less than one year
Deadline for response: May 22, 2015. NCSBN will contact the potential panelist and move forward
with the application review process.
Travel related expenses will be covered by NCSBN. Considering the amount of recommendations
received as well as the selection criteria, it is possible not all applicants will be selected.