Special Consideration: Nursing Magnet Designation

WCG IRB has consistent membership and involvement by at least one nurse in the governing body responsible for the protection of human participants. A nurse Board member is always present and in voting status when a nursing protocol is reviewed. Our records indicate that the majority of our meetings have either a nurse member or nurse alternate member present and in voting status.

WCG IRB may also be asked to determine research to be exempt from IRB Review. Exempt determinations are made by a WCG IRB Board member. After discussion with Ms. Jan Moran, ANCC, she agreed that this is appropriate review under the IRB regulations, and that a nurse Board member is not required to make an exempt review determination.