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  • 1School of Nursing, Wichita State University, Wichita, KS 67260-0041. Phyllis.Jacobs@wichita.edu <Phyllis.Jacobs@wichita.edu>

Journal of Professional Nursing : Official Journal of the American Association of Colleges of Nursing
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A university implemented standardized computerized testing to prepare nursing students for the NCLEX-RN exam. Early results show this program effectively identifies at-risk students needing support to improve their success rates.

Area of Science:

  • Nursing Education
  • Health Professions Assessment

Background:

  • Undergraduate nursing programs face challenges in preparing students for high-stakes licensure exams.
  • Standardized testing is crucial for evaluating nursing student competency and readiness for practice.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To implement a standardized computerized testing program for undergraduate nursing students.
  • To enhance student preparedness for the National Council Licensure Exam for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN).
  • To improve the NCLEX-RN passing rate among nursing graduates.

Main Methods:

  • A comprehensive computerized testing program by Assessment Technologies Institute was adopted.
  • Student performance data from standardized tests, prerequisite science, and medical-surgical courses were analyzed.

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  • Faculty advisors developed individualized study plans for at-risk students.

    • Main Results:

    • Midprogram results indicate the testing program effectively identifies students at risk of failing.
    • Trends in test scores and course grades serve as key indicators for intervention.
    • Faculty are utilizing test score data to provide targeted student support.

    Conclusions:

    • The implemented testing program shows promise in identifying and supporting at-risk nursing students.
    • Early data suggests a positive impact on student preparedness for the NCLEX-RN.
    • Ongoing use of this data can further assist students in achieving licensure success.