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Jeanne Sewell1, Flor Culpa-Bondal, Martha Colvin

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Implementing an evidence-based decision-making process significantly boosted National Council Licensure Examination pass rates for a Bachelor of Science in Nursing program, offering a scalable model for nursing education. This approach highlights key factors for student success in nursing curricula.

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Area of Science:

  • Nursing Education
  • Evidence-Based Practice

Background:

  • National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX) pass rates are critical indicators of nursing program effectiveness.
  • Variability in nursing program missions and student populations presents challenges in improving standardized test outcomes.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the impact of an evidence-based decision-making process on NCLEX passing rates.
  • To identify transferable components of nursing programs that foster student success.
  • To discuss lessons learned and suggest improved assessment methods.

Main Methods:

  • Implementation of a structured evidence-based decision-making framework within a Bachelor of Science in Nursing program.
  • Analysis of NCLEX passing rates pre- and post-implementation.
  • Examination of core nursing program elements influencing student performance.

Main Results:

  • A notable improvement in NCLEX passing rates was observed following the implementation of the evidence-based process.
  • Key program components contributing to student success were identified.

Conclusions:

  • An evidence-based decision-making process can effectively enhance NCLEX pass rates in nursing programs.
  • The identified strategies and components are potentially adaptable to diverse nursing educational settings.
  • Continuous refinement of assessment methods is crucial for sustained student achievement.