The PNCB believes that competency in pediatric nursing is linked to three important elements within our certification programs. The first step to demonstrating specialty competency in pediatric nursing is to have earned basic nursing education successful RN licensure. This initial step along with pediatric nursing practice and specialty education requirements is then linked to establishing a nurse's eligibility for our national certification exams for general practice pediatric nurses (Certified Pediatric Nurses or CPNs®) or advanced practice pediatric nurse practitioners (Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioners or CPNPs®). Following successful exam completion, continued certification recognition is linked to participation in the PNCB's annual recertification program.
The purpose of the PNCB's recertification program is to document continued growth in competency in pediatric nursing through a variety of educational and nursing practice activities. These activities include successful completion of required Self-Assessment Exams that test a nurse's knowledge regarding updates in pediatric nursing care. Pediatric focused continuing education and clinical practice in the appropriate pediatric nursing role are also recognized strategies to build competency as a certified pediatric nurse (CPN® or CPNP®). It is important to note that the PNCB will discontinue recognition of any certified nurse who does not maintain annual recertification participation. The public can be reassured that any nurse who presents with the trademarked credentials of the PNCB (CPN® or CPNP®) has maintained active continuing education and practice activities to strengthen her pediatric nursing knowledge.
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PNCB-certified nursing professionals work in a variety of roles and settings all over the United States and beyond.
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