Is 1 year exp. too soon for CCRN?

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Specializes in Open Heart.

I am currently working on an open heart unit and I want to get my CCRN as soon as I can. I am planning on starting my preparation soon and I want to take the exam as soon as I have enough hours to sit for it. Does anyone think this is too soon? One I have my CCRN I want to get the CMC and possibly the CSC.

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Specializes in Adolescent Psych, PICU.

Some of the RNs on my floor tested for their CCRN after one year and passed! I say go for it!

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Specializes in CVICU, PACU, OR.

I have worked on an open heart unit for a little over a year and have started studying for it. I say go for it too! Check out the sticky thread for studying tips!

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Specializes in ICU of all kinds, CVICU, Cath Lab, ER..

I did the same and passed the first time. I did study over a period of time (6 months) - used tapes (forerunner of the CD) on every walk or run. Go for it! Good luck!

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Specializes in Open Heart.
I did the same and passed the first time. I did study over a period of time (6 months) - used tapes (forerunner of the CD) on every walk or run. Go for it! Good luck!

Thanks for the reply! I plan on giving myself about 6 months to prepare as well.

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Specializes in Travel Nursing, ICU, tele, etc.

Hi mummer43! 1 year experience is certainly not too soon for CCRN, not only will it help solidify your knowledge it also shows others that you have a commitment to being as competent as possible. Do you have study materials? Do you have a study plan? Come on over to the sticky thread on this forum and join the others who are currently studying for some mutual support!!

;););)

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Specializes in Open Heart.
Hi mummer43! 1 year experience is certainly not too soon for CCRN, not only will it help solidify your knowledge it also shows others that you have a commitment to being as competent as possible. Do you have study materials? Do you have a study plan? Come on over to the sticky thread on this forum and join the others who are currently studying for some mutual support!!

;););)

Thanks for the reply! Right now, the answer to your questions is no and no, but I am nearing the end of my critical care internship and once that is over, I plan doing both. I will definitely check out the sticky.

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Specializes in Travel Nursing, ICU, tele, etc.
Thanks for the reply! Right now, the answer to your questions is no and no, but I am nearing the end of my critical care internship and once that is over, I plan doing both. I will definitely check out the sticky.

I'll be looking for you mummer!! Take care, stay calm and see you soon!!

;););)

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Specializes in MICU/CICU/Currently CVR.

I took and passed my CCRN after only one year. Not only does having my CCRN give me a sense of accomplishment and pride in the work that I do, but studying for the CCRN really drove home what I was learning in my day to day job. Good luck!

KC :specs:

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Specializes in trauma ICU,TNCC, NRP, PALS, ACLS.

Do you recommend someone taking it with less than 1 year of experience? I really want to take it because I feel that the test will help me to understand the reasoning behind my nursing interventions.

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You need 1750 hrs of direct patient care experience to take the exam. At 36 hrs/wk, that's about 49 weeks. If you've got your time in and feel comfortable taking the test, go for it. I took it after 1 yr 9 mos and did fine.

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Do you recommend someone taking it with less than 1 year of experience? I really want to take it because I feel that the test will help me to understand the reasoning behind my nursing interventions.

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