[Nursing certification system in cancer nursing]
1Toranomon Hospital, Minato-ku, Tokyo, Japan.
Gan to Kagaku Ryoho. Cancer & Chemotherapy
|April 15, 2008
Summary
The Japanese Nursing Association offers advanced certifications for cancer nursing specialists and certified nurses. These roles require extensive experience and education, with growing numbers expected to impact cancer care systems.
Area of Science:
- Nursing
- Oncology
- Healthcare Systems
Context:
- The Japanese Nursing Association (JNA) established an advanced nursing certification system in 1996.
- This system includes Certified Nurse Specialist (CNS) and Certified Nurse (CN) credentials in cancer nursing.
- Both CNS and CN roles require rigorous qualifications, including advanced degrees and extensive clinical experience.
Purpose:
- To outline the roles and requirements for advanced nursing certifications in cancer care within Japan.
- To detail the specific criteria and responsibilities for Certified Nurse Specialists (CNS) and Certified Nurses (CN).
- To examine the current status and future prospects of these advanced nursing roles in Japan's healthcare system.
Summary:
- Certified Nurse Specialists (CNS) demonstrate expertise in six key roles, including advanced practice, consultation, and research.
- Certified Nurses (CN) utilize advanced skills, leadership, and consultation in specific nursing areas.
- As of 2007, Japan had 104 CNSs and 942 CNs in cancer nursing, with numbers projected to increase.
Impact:
- Certified nurses in cancer care are recognized as change agents within the healthcare system.
- The increasing number of CNSs is anticipated to enhance cancer health care services.
- Future growth necessitates addressing challenges in educational content, methods, and the certification system itself.
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