A nurse practicing in a specialty area wishes to be recognized for the specialized skill set and knowledge obtained in order to be an effective member of the health care team serving that particular patient population
The nurse would best complete this goal by
a. completing a rigorous continuing education program.
b. gaining admission to a graduate nursing degree program
c. obtaining a secondary license in that area of practice.
d. passing the certification examination in that particular specialty.
D
Certification by specialty nursing organizations recognizes the knowledge and clinical practices associated with high-quality practice in a specialty area of nursing.
Continuing education is vital and is required to maintain nursing licensure, but it will not ensure public and professional recognition for proficiency in a specialty area.
Gaining admission to a graduate degree program is admirable, but it will not reward current knowledge and skill with recognition. A higher degree focuses on attainment of new knowledge.
There are no secondary licenses.
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