Nursing License Renewal and Programs
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How many Continuing Education credits (CEs) are required every 2 years when renewing your nursing license?

30 CEs

Nurses may be admitted to the Diversion Program by which of the following methods? (Select all that apply)

  • A nurse may report his/her own problem with drugs/alcohol and request admission into the program (correct)
  • A nurse may request admission into the Program in lieu of formal Board action against their license (correct)
  • A nurse may request admission following the filing of a complaint to the Board (correct)
  • A nurse can be mandated by their employer to enter the program
  • A nurse must be referred by a healthcare provider
  • What was the San Juan College of Nursing ADN NCLEX pass rate for 2017?

    100

    Is New Mexico currently a compact state within the nurse licensure compact (NLC)?

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the mission of the New Mexico Board of Nursing?

    <p>Protect the public safety through effective regulation of nursing care and services</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Please describe the purpose of the Nurse Licensure Compact.

    <p>The NLC increases access to care while maintaining public protection at the state level.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Nursing License Renewal

    • Renewal of nursing license occurs every 2 years.
    • Requires completion of 30 Continuing Education credits (CEs).

    Diversion Program Admission

    • Nurses can be admitted to the Diversion Program by multiple routes:
      • Following a complaint filing, a nurse can request admission.
      • A nurse can self-report issues related to drugs or alcohol to enter the program.
      • Admission can be requested to avoid formal Board action against a license.
    • Employers cannot mandate entry into the program.
    • Healthcare provider referrals are not necessary for program admission.

    San Juan College of Nursing

    • The ADN NCLEX pass rate for San Juan College of Nursing in 2017 was 100%.

    Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC)

    • New Mexico is currently a compact state under the Nurse Licensure Compact.
    • The NLC allows nurses to practice in other participating states without obtaining additional licenses.

    Mission of New Mexico Board of Nursing

    • The mission is to protect public safety through effective regulation of nursing care and services.

    Purpose of Nurse Licensure Compact

    • The NLC facilitates increased access to healthcare while ensuring public safety is upheld at the state level.

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    Test your knowledge on nursing license renewal requirements, the Diversion Program for nurses, and the Nurse Licensure Compact in New Mexico. This quiz covers essential information every nursing professional should know to maintain their licensure and proper practices.

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