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Using Learning Outcome Measures to assess Doctoral Nursing Education

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Jeanne Sewell¹, Flor Culpa-Bondal, Martha Colvin

¹Division of Professional Nursing, Schoofl of Health Sciences, Georgia College & State University, Milledgeville, Georgia 31061, USA. jeanne.sewell@gcsu.edu

|May 6, 2008

Summary

Implementing an evidence-based decision-making process significantly boosted National Council Licensure Examination pass rates in a Bachelor of Science in Nursing program, offering a model for other institutions.

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Using Learning Outcome Measures to assess Doctoral Nursing Education

Using Learning Outcome Measures to assess Doctoral Nursing Education

Published on: June 21, 2010

Area of Science:

Nursing Education
Healthcare Quality Improvement

Background:

National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX) pass rates are critical metrics for nursing program success.
Variability in nursing program missions and student populations presents challenges in improving outcomes.

Purpose of the Study:

To evaluate the impact of an evidence-based decision-making process on NCLEX passing rates.
To identify transferable components of nursing programs that foster student success.

Main Methods:

The study focused on a Bachelor of Science in Nursing program implementing a structured evidence-based decision-making framework.
Key program components contributing to student success were analyzed retrospectively.

Main Results:

The evidence-based decision-making process correlated with a notable improvement in NCLEX passing rates.
Essential program elements supporting student achievement were identified.

Conclusions:

An evidence-based approach can effectively enhance NCLEX performance in nursing education.
The findings offer a scalable model for nursing programs seeking to improve student outcomes and assessment strategies.