Facts about the Exam
2 hours long
Must pass with 75%
Minimum of 50 questions
Topics covered on the exam
Nursing Licensure and Regulation in
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Nursing Ethics
Nursing Practice
Nursing Peer Review
Disciplinary Action
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The Mission of The Board of Nursing
To protect the People of Texas
How does BON fulfill its mission?
1. Makes sure that RNs are competent
2. Regulates the practice of nursing and approves of nursing education programs
3. Makes their mission a priority over anything else pertaining tol nursing
What can BON do?
1. Represent the people of Texas
2.Ensure that RNs meet the standards of safe practice
What can professional Associations do?
1. Represent their members in legislative, political, and policy matters
2. Provide leadership opportunities for members
3. Can lobby
True or False: The Board of Nursing can lobby in legislation.
FALSE. The BON cannot lobby, but nursing associations can. The Board of Nursing is a resource for nurses but not a representative for nurses.
True or False: The Board of Nursing regulates practice settings and answer questions about employment.
FALSE. The BON does not answer questions about employment , so ask appropriate questions to the correct hospital. The BON also does not regulate practice settings; it regulates nurses through their rules and requirements.
NPA 301.251
You cannot call yourself a nurse or practice in Texas without a license
NPA 217.10
Items required to be on your name badge
1.First name
2.Last name
3.Credentials
Temporary Permit Expires
1. In 75 days
2. When you pass or fail NCLEX
3. For people who are already licensed, temporary licenses expire after 120 days
Benefits of Paperless Licenses
They are safer and more effective. Less likely to have identity fraud.
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Continuing Education
RNs must submit verification of 20 hours of CE in the 2 years prior to licensure or reactivation of delinquent license.
How many hours of CE's must and RN submit?
20 hours within the 2 years prior to licensure or reactivation of delinquent license
True or False: Certification can count towards CE's.
True; RN's must maintain or renew their approved national nursing certification
Rule 216
Continuing Competency
NPA 304 and Rule 220
Nurse Licensure Compact
Benefits of Nursing Compact
increases nurse's mobility and facilitates innovative and cooperative healthcare
Nurse Licensure Compact States
Texas
New Mexico
Arizona
Utah
Colorado
Idaho
Minnesota
North Dakota
South Dakota
Nebraska
Iowa
Wisconsin
Missouri
Arkansas
Mississippi
Tennessee
Kentucky
North Carolina
South Carolina
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