Happy Certified Nurses Day to all the OCN®, AOCN®, APHN, APRN-BC, RN-BC, CCRN®, and all the many other certified nurses who rock healthcare!

I have held my certification (OCN®) for five years now, and I have enjoyed the sense of accomplishment and professionalism. It was a big step, but I am glad I did it, as it has continued to propel my career and practice forward. If you are thinking about obtaining your nursing certification, stop thinking – do it! There are benefits for you, your employer, and your patients.

More than 500,000 nurses worldwide are certified in a nursing specialty. So, here’s to you – to us! Thank you for everything you do; I am proud to work alongside you.