Teaching and Learning in Nursing
Volume 4, Issue 3 , Pages 79-86, July 2009

Guidelines for a progression and remediation policy using standardized tests to prepare associate degree nursing students for the NCLEX-RN at a rural community college

Nursing Education, Walla Walla Community College, Clarkston, WA 99403, USA

Abstract 

This article explores the experiences of nursing students and faculty at a rural community college that recently implemented a progression policy requiring students to achieve passing scores on standardized assessments to progress in the nursing program. By simulating the National Council Licensure Examination-Registered Nurse (NCLEX-RN) and predicting the likelihood of success, computerized standard assessments provide feedback, allowing nursing faculty to identify at-risk students, remediate, and develop test-taking strategies prior to the NCLEX-RN. Guidelines for nursing programs considering such a policy will also be addressed.

Keywords: NCLEX-RN, Associate degree nursing, Progression policies

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PII: S1557-3087(08)00123-6

doi:10.1016/j.teln.2008.12.002

Teaching and Learning in Nursing
Volume 4, Issue 3 , Pages 79-86, July 2009

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