Jordanian Nursing Council National Standards & Core Competencies for Registered Nurses
Al Nawafleh, Hani; Dammra, Aisha; Al-Soudi, Asharf; Abu-Snieneh, Hana; Al-Qadri, Mohammed; & Alshraideh, Jafar (2026) National Standards & Core Competencies for Registered Nurses. Jordanian Nursing Council, Amman, Jordan.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.65699/jncBTOA4784
Second Edition
January 2026
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The Jordanian Nursing Council is pleased to present this updated edition of the National Standards and Core Competencies for the Registered Nurse, continuing a journey that began in 2005 to regulate nursing practice and enhance the quality of healthcare services in the Kingdom. This update reflects rapid advancements in health education, the evolving needs of the healthcare system, and the growing expectations of patients, families, and the wider community. It also reaffirms the national commitment to competency-based and evidence-informed nursing practice.
This document provides a unified national framework that clearly defines the knowledge, skills, and professional behaviors expected of registered nurses at the point of entry into professional practice. It incorporates measurable core competencies that support educational institutions in aligning nursing curricula with workforce needs, and assist healthcare practice settings in guiding, evaluating, and developing nursing performance.
The Jordanian Nursing Council emphasizes that the application of these standards is a shared responsibility between nursing education institutions and healthcare practice environments. Adherence to these standards is fundamental to ensuring nursing care that is safe, competent, ethical, compassionate, and aligned with regional and international best practices.
As we present this updated edition, we extend our sincere appreciation to all experts, practitioners, and partners who contributed to its development. We believe that strong, evidence-based professional standards remain the cornerstone of a healthcare system committed to quality, safety, and public trust.
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