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Using Learning Outcome Measures to assess Doctoral Nursing Education

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Celebrate Nursing Specialization and Expertise!

Jan Jones-Schenk¹

¹Jan Jones-Schenk, DHSc, RN, NE-BC, FAAN, FAADN, is Executive Dean Emeritus, Leavitt School of Health, Western Governors University, Salt Lake City, Utah.

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Summary

Certified Nurses Day, on March 19, honors nursing expertise and Margretta Madden Styles. Over 150 specialty certifications are available, demonstrating professional development and commitment to quality patient care.

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Using Learning Outcome Measures to assess Doctoral Nursing Education

Using Learning Outcome Measures to assess Doctoral Nursing Education

Published on: June 21, 2010

Area of Science:

Nursing
Healthcare Administration

Background:

Certified Nurses Day is celebrated annually on March 19.
It honors Margretta Madden Styles, a key figure in nursing accreditation and specialty certification.
The date coincides with Styles' birthday, making it a fitting tribute.

Purpose of the Study:

To highlight the significance of Certified Nurses Day.
To acknowledge the role of nursing specialty certifications in professional development.
To recognize the contribution of Margretta Madden Styles to nursing.

Main Methods:

This is a descriptive piece, not a research study.
Information is based on the establishment and purpose of Certified Nurses Day.

Main Results:

There are over 150 nursing specialty certifications available in North America.
These certifications are offered by 44 distinct certification boards.
Certification signifies expertise and dedication to high-quality nursing practice.

Conclusions:

Certified Nurses Day is an important occasion to celebrate nursing expertise.
Nursing specialty certification is a vital component of professional growth.
Achieving certification demonstrates a commitment to excellence in patient care.