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Direct International Registration and Licensing (DIRL) Project Evaluation Report Now Available

This third interim project evaluation report highlights a summary of survey results between May 2024 to October 2024 to support the evaluation of NSCN’s expedited registration and licensure process.

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Opportunity to Sit on Upcoming NCLEX-RN Standard Setting Panel of Judges

The National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN) is currently recruiting qualified RNs to serve on a Standard Setting Panel of Judges for the NCLEX-RN at meetings taking place July 15-17 in Chicago.

NSCN Newsletter: Important Continuing Competence Program Information, Entry-Level Competencies for NPs and More

Our 73rd newsletter was released on January 23, 2025.

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Join an NSCN Regulatory Committee – Application Coming Soon!

From January 31 to February 28, LPNs, RNs, NPs and members of the Public will have the opportunity to apply to fill committee vacancies for two Regulatory Committees. Learn more.

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Pause to Expedited Licensure Pathway Effective January 20, 2025

Effective January 20, 2025, NSCN has temporarily paused the intake of new applications to the expedited registration and licensure pathway for international nurse applicants from seven designated countries.

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NSCN Office Closed January 16 from 3:00-4:00pm for a Private Event

Please note that the NSCN office will be closed between 3:00 – 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, January 16th for a private event.

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