The purpose of this assignment is to investigate a professional nursing organization that offers certification in an area of clinical or nonclinical expertise. You are to select a professional nursing organization and determine if it offers a certificatio

Description of professional organization that offers certification: Mission, vision, values, membership eligibility, financial implications, workable link to website. Be specific. Describe how the organization aligns with your own professional viewpoint.

Certification requirements: Criteria for initial certification. Describe your eligibility and what barriers may exist to this certification. Be specific.

Recertification requirements: Criteria for recertification. Describe whether these are achievable and reasonable. Be specific.

Practice impact: Active membership, nursing practice, outcomes, quality, safety, etc. Provide examples and be specific.

Certification impact: Certification and recertification benefits for self, nursing practice, outcomes, quality, safety, etc. Explain personal benefits of certification. Be specific.