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Nursing Certification
Marketplace
Approved Nursing
Certifications
Nurse Certification Differential Policy
(NUR-HS 378)
Certification
Pathway
  

 

The Certified Nurse demonstrates the knowledge, skill and attitude associated with outstanding patient care.  UCLA Health and the Department of Nursing are committed to supporting all nurses to achieve their specialty certification through various methods of educational and financial support. 

What is certification?

  • Evidence of a nurse's ability to provide excellent care beyond the scope of basic RN licensure
  • Demonstrated by passing a standardized, national exam
  • Specialty specific
  • Identified by credentials (e.g. RN-BC, CCRN, CEN, OCN, etc.)
  • Awarded by the relevant national nursing professional organization (e.g. ANCC, AACN, BCEN, ONS, etc.)

Why do nurses get certified?

  • To improve patient outcomes
  • Professional development and personal growth
  • Highlight mastery of specialized skills for patient care

What resources can UCLA offer me?

  • Access to various Certification Review Courses
  • Financial support for exam fees and study material (restrictions apply)
  • Salary differentials (for some UCLA employees)
  • For a personalized list of available resources, Certification Pathway

Upcoming Certification Review Courses 

CCRN (Neonatal)
Location: Online Webinar

June 14 & 15, 2022 REGISTER HERE 

ONC (Orthopedic Nursing)
Location: Online Webinar

July 20 & 21, 2022 REGISTER HERE 

CCRN (Adult)
Location: Online Webinar

September 20 & 21, 2022 Registration Coming Soon
PCCN
Location: Online Webinar
October 20 & 21, 2022 Registration Coming Soon

For Questions, Contact:

Kathleen Feldman, MSN, RN, NPD-BC
Nursing Professional Development Specialist
Center for Nursing Excellence
[email protected]
Office: 310-267-3314

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