How long does NRP certification last?

SmilingBluEyes · Dec 16, 2004

NRP certs last two years from the date of certification.

BETSRN · Dec 16, 2004

NRP is good for two years. I think that is the standard anywhere. Having NRP before you have an actual job is not going to make you more "marketable" as everyone (usually) who works with newborns has to be certified anyway. Conecntrating on getting good hands-on skills and knowledge. That will do more for you.Best of luck.

idreamofjeannie · Dec 16, 2004

Certifications are always helpful. Being one step ahead, rather than behind. It is the knowledge that goes with it and will only make you better at what you do.

klone, MSN, RN · Dec 16, 2004

NRP is good for two years. I think that is the standard anywhere. Having NRP before you have an actual job is not going to make you more "marketable" as everyone (usually) who works with newborns has to be certified anyway.

Right, but if they're interviewing two new grads and one already has NRP certification, and the other doesn't, I'm ASSuming that the one who does might be seen as a bit more desirable. At least it shows her commitment to wanting to work in that area.

Or I could be totally off-base. :confused:

SheaTab · Dec 16, 2004

I agree with the below completely! It shows your sincere commitment and dedication to OB! If I were the hiring manager, it would impress me. Good Luck!

Right, but if they're interviewing two new grads and one already has NRP certification, and the other doesn't, I'm ASSuming that the one who does might be seen as a bit more desirable. At least it shows her commitment to wanting to work in that area.
Or I could be totally off-base.

SheaTab · Dec 16, 2004

I agree with the below completely! It shows your sincere commitment and dedication to OB! If I were the hiring manager, it would impress me. Good Luck!

Right, but if they're interviewing two new grads and one already has NRP certification, and the other doesn't, I'm ASSuming that the one who does might be seen as a bit more desirable. At least it shows her commitment to wanting to work in that area.
Or I could be totally off-base.

SmilingBluEyes · Dec 17, 2004

Get NRP if you nave ANY plans of entering OB/Newborn nursing. You cannot go wrong.

SmilingBluEyes · Dec 17, 2004

Get NRP if you nave ANY plans of entering OB/Newborn nursing. You cannot go wrong.

klone, MSN, RN · Dec 17, 2004

Well, that's kind of frustrating. I've spoken to two local hospitals and they've both told me that, as a student, I cannot take the class. They both said "Oh, once you're working in that area, the certification class will be offered to you anyway, so there's no sense in taking it before then."

klone, MSN, RN · Dec 17, 2004

Well, that's kind of frustrating. I've spoken to two local hospitals and they've both told me that, as a student, I cannot take the class. They both said "Oh, once you're working in that area, the certification class will be offered to you anyway, so there's no sense in taking it before then."

SmilingBluEyes · Dec 17, 2004

I have never heard you cannot take NRP as a non-nurse. But maybe it would be wise to wait til you are a nurse....that way the hospital where you work will pay for it. It does cost quite a bit out of pocket otherwise.