NCSBN is currently recruiting qualified nurses to serve on item review and item writing panels for the NCLEX-PN and NCLEX-RN examinations. Interested volunteers may apply directly on our website:
Volunteers who participate on these panels are an integral part of the item development process. We especially need nurses who are currently supervising newly licensed practical/vocational nurses (LPN/VNs). Please forward this information to qualified nurses in your state today.
The NCLEX is designed to test the knowledge, skills and abilities essential to safe and effective nursing practice at the entry level. The process of developing questions for the NCLEX-PN and NCLEX-RN examinations requires multiple steps and involves many qualified volunteer nurses to write and review items.
Benefits of participating on NCSBN item development panels:
- Contribute to promoting continued excellence in the nursing profession
- Have opportunities to network on a national and international level
- Build new skills for professional growth
- Receive verification of continuing education contact hours
Qualifications for volunteer nurses interested in participating are outlined in the NCLEX Item Development brochure. All volunteer opportunities are held at the NCSBN office in downtown Chicago, and travel expenses, including airfare, lodging and meals, are covered by NCSBN.
For specific questions about volunteering, please contact NCSBN by email at TestDev@ncsbn.org.