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Program evaluation: how faculty addressed concerns about the nursing program
Diane M Haleem1, Kathleen Evanina, Robin Gallagher
1Department of Nursing and Public Administration, Marywood University, Scranton, Pennsylvania, USA. dhaleem@marywood.edu
Nursing programs improved NCLEX-RN pass rates by analyzing curriculum against the test plan. This led to targeted changes, boosting first-year pass rates by 42% for future nurse leaders.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Education
- Curriculum Development
- Professional Licensure Examinations
Background:
- Evaluating nursing program outcomes is crucial for developing competent nurse leaders.
- Low passing rates necessitated a deeper analysis of the existing nursing program.
- The National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN) is a critical benchmark for nursing program success.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify specific strengths and weaknesses within the nursing curriculum.
- To align the nursing program more closely with the NCLEX-RN test plan.
- To improve student performance on the NCLEX-RN examination.
Main Methods:
- A comprehensive course-by-course evaluation was conducted.
- Each course was mapped against the official NCLEX-RN test plan.
- Data analysis informed necessary curriculum and teaching methodology adjustments.
Main Results:
- Specific areas for curriculum enhancement were identified.
- Targeted changes were implemented in course content and instructional strategies.
- A significant 42% increase in the NCLEX-RN pass rate was observed in the first year post-intervention.
Conclusions:
- Aligning nursing education with licensure exam blueprints is effective for improving pass rates.
- Data-driven curriculum evaluation and revision are essential for nursing program quality.
- The implemented changes successfully enhanced student preparedness for the NCLEX-RN.
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