Exploring Predictors of NCLEX-RN Success: One School's Search for Excellence.

Area of Science:

• Nursing Education
• Licensure Examination Preparation

Background:

• NCLEX-RN pass rates are crucial for nursing program accreditation and approval.
• A comprehensive mentorship program was implemented to enhance student success.

Purpose of the Study:

• To evaluate the effectiveness of a mentorship program in improving NCLEX-RN pass rates.
• To identify key predictors of success on the NCLEX-RN examination.

Main Methods:

• Retrospective regression analysis was employed to analyze student data.
• The study examined the impact of a mentorship program incorporating gaming, content reviews, and integrative testing.

Main Results:

• NCLEX-RN pass rates increased from 79.17% in 2014 to 90.14% in 2016.
• College GPA and performance on a comprehensive NCLEX-RN style exam were significant predictors of success.

Conclusions:

• The implemented mentorship program significantly improved NCLEX-RN pass rates.
• The findings highlight the importance of targeted preparation and academic achievement for licensure success.