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The value of specialty nursing certification.

Bonnie Niebuhr1, Melissa Biel

  • 1American Board of Nursing Specialties, Aurora, OH, USA.

Nursing Outlook
|August 7, 2007
PubMed
Summary

A national study found that certified and non-certified nurses, along with nurse managers, highly value nursing certification. This research explored certification

Area of Science:

  • Nursing
  • Healthcare Management
  • Professional Development

Background:

  • Nursing certification is crucial for professional recognition and patient care.
  • Understanding perceptions of certification is vital for professional bodies and healthcare organizations.
  • The American Board of Nursing Specialties (ABNS) initiated a study to assess nursing certification value.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To validate nurses' perceptions, values, and behaviors concerning professional certification.
  • To assess the perceived value of nursing certification among certified nurses, non-certified nurses, and nurse managers.
  • To identify barriers, incentives, and the impact of certification on nurse retention and workdays.

Main Methods:

  • A national, Web-based survey was developed and distributed.

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  • 11,427 respondents participated, including certified nurses, non-certified nurses, and nurse managers.
  • The Perceived Value of Certification Tool (PVCT) was utilized to measure agreement with value statements.

    • Main Results:

    • Certified and non-certified nurses demonstrated strong agreement on the value of certified practice.
    • Nurse managers corroborated these positive perceptions regarding nursing certification.
    • The study identified key barriers, incentives, and the impact of certification on nurse retention.

    Conclusions:

    • Nursing certification is highly valued by nurses and managers, indicating its importance in the profession.
    • The findings provide valuable insights for healthcare organizations, certification boards, and nurses.
    • Further understanding of nursing certification implications can enhance healthcare quality and workforce stability.