HELP with nursing credential order

Nursing Students ADN/BSN

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Hey there guys.

I got my BSN and then I pass my NCLEX-RN Never had any other credentials or degrees. I am not quite sure how to write out the nursing credentials. I read some where that it should be the order you receive it. So then it would be for me:

xj3nnerz, BSN, RN

but I also see it as xj3nnerz, RN, BSN.

Can someone clarify for me please. Thanks!

Try this link: http://www.nursecredentialing.org/Certification/HowtoListYourCredentials.aspx

It specifically addresses nursing credentials. Dishes, you are absolutely correct.

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Well, gentlemen and ladies, I think the most important question here is WHY are you listing what your listing post-nominally? Healthcare has so many facets and such odd blending of jobs and responsibilities that it certainly is important to convey to your peers, supervisors, and the public the level of preparation you have under your belt to do a specific job. For example, I'm one of those who didn't know what I wanted to be when I grew up, so I have a lot of post-nominal alphebet I can play with.

I do agree with the idea that depending upon the relevant job an individual is doing in relation to their educational backgroud, that should be listed first. For example, my first choice is Brad M, MBA. This is because I work as a nurse manager for a large group practice owned by our hospital. It is my degree that qualifies me the most to run a business. Secondly, I have a BS in management with an emphasis on organizational leadership. Now while this is a valuable degree, the MBA trumps it. So I still remain Brad M, MBA. Next I am a Registered Nurse. Again, because I work as a nurse manager, The designation RN becomes important. It tells the story that not only do I have what should be exceptional management and administrative knowledge, I also have a nursing skill set that will allow me to practice nursing in my home state. I am also board certified through American Nurses Credentialling Center. So I get to add BC to my RN. The -BC (board certified) designation could easily be omitted from my post-nominal alphabet if it pertained to someting other than my job I suppose. I choose to retain it while it remains in effect because the skill set in represents indicates excellence in different communication styles (active, directive, analytical) etc. This -BC certification does require conflict resolution skills and guidance activities to help people become more understaning of their personal role in interactions with others. No one disputes this that I work with.

So to answer your question, I am happily Brad M, MBA, RN-BC. This accurately reflects my credential to deal with what my employer assigns to me.

I could also add another bachelors degree and a certificate as an EMT since they are acurately reflective of my education, but since they don't apply to my day to day activities for my employer, I choose to omit these.

In summary, I agree with adding your most prominent education that reflects why you are a good fit for your employer and your job, Second, Licensures followed by certifications that give you legal authority to practice. Leave non related educational preparations and certifications on you resumee until you are ready to reserect them into the "important knowledge or skill" category for you carreer promotion.

By the way, best wishes! Good luck! You will do great where ever you land!

B.M., MBA, RN-BC

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This is a link to the correct protocol and rationale:

http://www.nursecredentialing.org/PromotionalMaterials/products/CREDBRO11.pdf

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Specializes in ICU / PCU / Telemetry / Oncology.

It's highest nursing degree > license > certifications.

Sincerely,

Paco, BSN, RN :D

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