The nurse executive-advanced and nurse executive board certification examinations are competency-based assessments to validate knowledge related to the art and science of nursing leadership. Nurse executives taking this course will learn about operational structures and processes that support nursing excellence, exemplary professional practice, transformational leadership, knowledge management and the development of new knowledge and innovations. This course will not only prepare the nurse executive for a successful examination, but will also enable them to be a stronger nurse leader within their organization.
Eligibility
Who is eligible to take this exam? All requirements must be completed prior to application for this examination.
Nurse Executive, Basic Exam
Hold a current, active RN license in a state or territory of the United States or the professional, legally recognized equivalent in another country.
Hold a baccalaureate or higher degree in nursing.
Hold at least 2,000 hours of experience in a leadership, management or administrative role with a primary responsibility for the daily operations and outcomes of one (1) or more unit(s)/departments within the last three years.
Completed 30 hours of continuing education in nursing administration within the last three years. This requirement is waived if you have a master’s degree in nursing administration.
Nurse Executive, Advanced Exam
Hold a current, active RN license in a state or territory of the United States or the professional, legally recognized equivalent in another country.
Hold a master’s or higher degree in nursing or hold a bachelor's degree in nursing and a master’s in another field.
Hold at least 2,000 hours of experience in a leadership, management or administration role with a primary responsibility for the daily operations and outcomes of one (1) or more unit(s)/departments within the last three years.
Have completed 30 hours of continuing education in nursing administration within the last three years. This requirement is waived if you have a master’s degree in nursing administration.
Program Learning Outcomes
This program prepares the learner to:
Apply principles of transformational leadership to advance the practice of nursing and achieve clinical and operational excellence within their organization.
Identify strengths and areas of opportunity in preparing for board certification as a nurse executive.
Develop a test plan strategy based on the review course and examination content outline to ensure success on the nurse executive examination.
Contact Hours
ANCC Approved
Contact Hours: 7
MED-ED, Inc. is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.
MED-ED, Inc. is an approved provider by the following State Boards of Nursing: Florida/FBN 50-1286 and California #CEP10453.