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Why Nursing Certification Matters

Nurse.com

Nursing certification has helped advance the industry by encouraging, recognizing, and rewarding individuals who actively pursue professional growth opportunities. But nursing certifications do more than benefit the individual nurses who attain them — they can also improve quality outcomes.

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Value of Nursing Certification

Daily Nurse

Achieving specialty nursing certification is a mark of distinction. Certification goes beyond the basic level of nursing knowledge that is required for licensure. These certifications were granted by 44 certifying organizations, including AACN Certification Corporation.

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Why Nursing Certification Matters

Nurse.com

Nursing certification has helped advance the industry by encouraging, recognizing, and rewarding individuals who actively pursue professional growth opportunities. But nursing certifications do more than benefit the individual nurses who attain them — they can also improve quality outcomes.

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APRN, CNP, ACNP, NP, CNS: Advanced Practice Nurses and the Acronyms Defined

Nurse Abnormalities

So, in an effort to decipher the acronyms and make it easier for you, I have tried to organize as many advanced practice nursing roles as possible below and their associated acronyms with an explanation. Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) is an umbrella term and at the top of the pyramid.

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Frequently Asked Questions About CCRN Certification 

Board Vitals - Nursing

Option 2: Practice as an RN or APRN for at least 5 years with a minimum of 2,000 hours in direct care of acutely/critically ill patients, with 144 of those hours accrued in the most recent year preceding application. Are the CCRN certification exams accredited? How do I renew my CCRN certification?

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Providing Care On The Ground And In The Air

Diversity Nursing

CCTNs can work in a variety of settings such as: Government agencies Hospitals Independent transport companies International medical organizations Long-term care facilities The majority of their time is spent in: Ambulances Airplanes Helicopters Ships specially outfitted for critical care transport "Is it stressful and scary?

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What Certifications Do Nurses Need?

Daily Nurse

Nursing certifications are essential for nurses and provide additional assurance that the RNs caring for patients are competent, well-trained, seasoned professionals. Numerous studies demonstrate that nurse certification improves patient care and safety.