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Northern Mariana Islands Board of Nursing (NMI BON) Sees Growth and Improvement

The Northern Mariana Islands Board of Nursing (NMI BON) has made significant strides in recent years, with an increase in applications and revenue since 2022. The NMI BON has received assistance from the National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN) to conduct face-to-face trainings and conferences.

Revenue and Expenditures

In Fiscal Year (FY) 2022, the NMI BON’s revenue totaled $559,962.00, with the majority coming from application fees ($419,585.00). The expenditures for FY 2022 were $325,963.50, with the largest portion going to salaries and benefits ($131,768.55).

Key Figures

  • Revenue: $559,962.00 (FY 2022)
  • Application Fees: $419,585.00 (FY 2022)
  • Expenditures: $325,963.50 (FY 2022)
  • Salaries and Benefits: $131,768.55 (FY 2022)

Future Outlook

The NMI BON is planning to implement an online application system called the Optimal Regulatory Board System (ORBS) with the assistance of NCSBN. The IT team attended a conference in FY 2022 to learn about ORBS, and they have contracted equipment and internet upgrades using fiber optics to support the implementation.

Key Plans

  • Launch ORBS on or by October 30, 2023
  • Nurses will no longer receive physical license cards after passing the NCLEX; instead, licenses will be issued digitally
  • NMI BON staff and team will attend both live and virtual training sessions hosted by NCSBN from December 2022 to August 2023

Education and Training

The Northern Marianas College is expected to offer a Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing (BSN) program. This will provide more opportunities for nurses to pursue higher education and enhance their skills.

Key Partnerships

  • National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN)
  • Northern Marianas College

Contact Information

The NMI Board of Nursing can be contacted at:

  • CEDA Bldg., suite 207
  • PO Box 501458
  • Saipan, MP 96950
  • Phone: (670)233-2263
  • Website: www.nmibon.info