National Council of State Boards of Nursing, Inc.

The National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN) is an independent, not-for-profit organization that brings together nursing regulatory bodies to collaborate on matters affecting public health, safety and welfare. It empowers and supports nursing regulators in their public-protection mandate, helps shape policy and nursing regulation, and develops nursing licensure examinations. Its work also includes regulatory solutions, research, insights and resources that support boards and promote safe, competent nursing practice.