What kind of certifications can RNS get?

Complete List of Common Nursing Certifications

CREDENTIAL	CERTIFICATION
CCHP-RN	Certified Correctional Health Professional-RN
CCHT	Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician
CCHTA	Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician-Advanced
CCNS	Acute/Critical Care Clinical Nurse Specialist (Adult, Pediatric & Neonatal)

How do I become a clinical nurse educator?

Clinical Nurse Educator

Complete an ADN or BSN program in nursing.
Pass the NCLEX-RN exam and apply for your RN license.
Have three to five years of clinical experience working as an RN in a specialty area.
Apply and complete either an MSN or doctoral program to become a clinical educator.

What specialty certifications are available for RNS in practice?

Some of the certifications they offer include:

NP Specialty Certification.
Clinical Nurse specialist Certification.
Ambulatory Care certification.
Informatics Certification.
Medical-Surgical Certification.
Pediatric Nursing Certification.
Psychiatric Nursing Certification.

How much is a CNE?

The test costs $400 for National League of Nursing (NLN) member, and $500 for non-members. If you have to re-take the test, the fees are $350 for members and $450 for non-members.

What is the difference between CME and CNE?

A CME (continuing medical education) = 1 contact hour. Continuing Nursing Education (CNE) is not acceptable unless it is accredited by a State Board of Nursing or nationally recognized Nursing organization. Remember, continuing education builds on the entry into practice educational.

What certifications do ICU nurses need?

The most popular certification for ICU nurses is the Certification for Adult Critical Care Nurses (CCRN) awarded by the American Association of Critical Care Nurses.

Can you teach nursing with an MSN?

A nurse educator MSN qualifies you to teach students working to become RNs, LPNs/LVNs, or current RNs seeking advanced Masters degrees. Staff development nurse: Some nurse educators may work in community health agencies, training staff for their new roles or providing ongoing training to help them enhance their skills.

Do you need an MSN to be a nurse educator?

In order to become a Nurse Educator, you’ll need to earn a Master’s in Science in Nursing (MSN) degree. An MSN degree is a Master’s degree in Nursing and unlike an RN degree, which is a technical degree, or a Bachelor’s, which is a four-year degree, an MSN represents an advanced graduate level of education.