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Certification. Hospital versus national standards
Journal of Nursing Staff Development : JNSD
|March 1, 1996
Summary
Nursing certification and credentials are vital for practice. Hospitals should not grant these; nurses should support national certification programs for professional recognition.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Practice
- Professional Development
- Healthcare Administration
Background:
- The terms "certification" and "credential" are commonly used in nursing.
- Understanding their precise meaning and application in nursing practice is essential.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the definitions, history, and application of "certification" and "credential" in nursing.
- To provide recommendations regarding the role of hospitals and nurses in these processes.
Main Methods:
- Literature review and conceptual analysis of nursing certification and credentialing.
- Examination of historical context and current practices.
Main Results:
- Distinction between certification and credentialing in nursing is explored.
- Analysis of the implications for nursing practice and professional standards.
Conclusions:
- Hospitals should not be responsible for granting nursing staff certification or credentials.
- Nurses and nursing administrators are encouraged to support nationally recognized certification programs.