Certified Nurses Day

On Sunday, March 19, 2023, we honor the commitment, expertise, and achievements of Cooper’s certified nurses as we celebrate Certified Nurses Day.

Certified nurses are experts in their specialty field (e.g., medical-surgical, pediatric, critical care, emergency nursing, and more) that are dedicated to providing high-quality, evidence-based clinical care to more than 1.6 million patients each year. To become certified in a specialty, nurses complete a formal application and testing process through nationally recognized credentialing centers, including the American Nurses Credentialing Center, to validate their knowledge, skills, and abilities. They must achieve certification credentials through specialized education, experience in a specialty area, and completion of a rigorous qualifying exam.

Maintaining a nursing certification requires life-long learning and ongoing skill development. As part of their commitment to continued competency, certified nurses maintain their knowledge through specialized continuing education.

Thank you to Cooper’s certified nurses for providing high-quality, compassionate care to our patients every day!