Hi everyone. I was recently having a conversation with a fellow nurse about taking the CCRN. I know I'm going to be getting my certification within the next 2 years, but she told me that she does not want to take it, because there's no real benefits from it. We work in a place that doesn't have a pay increase for a person with a CCRN, and she doesn't see any other benefits of being certified, so she can't see spending hundreds of dollars on it.
So here's my question for everyone.. What are other benefits of being certified? I know there's the personal satisfaction and honor, as well as showing everyone you're knowledgeable about your profession. But will you be more qualified for higher positions, more respected, etc?
One item to remember..... when you take the test to prove that you have become an expert in your field, you will be held legally liable for your practice at the expert level as indicated by the CCRN designation.
This is something that does not bother me, as I hold certification in my specialty, but it is something to be aware of when you go to take that test.
Having a CCRN does not change your scope of practice as an RN. If you as an RN are caring for a patient and a negative outcome occurs.... you will be held liable if a lawyer can prove duty, breach of duty, causation and damages. That is what is needed to prove negligence. Having a CCRN or not having a CCRN will not matter. What will matter is your RN license. Res Ipsa Loquitur (the thing speaks for itself).
ello7
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Thank you all so much for your responses and insight! I very much appreciate it :)