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NNCC Board of Commissioners Update
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The NNCC Board of Commissioners meets quarterly to uphold the highest standards in credentialing for nephrology/dialysis nurses, nephrology nurse practitioners, and dialysis technicians. Their most recent meeting took place in early June in Denver, Colorado. We are deeply grateful for the Board's unwavering commitment to providing exceptional certification services. Continue reading for updates from the Board.
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It is with heavy hearts that we bid farewell to our Board Public Member, Kevin Harris, who has dedicated six years to the NNCC Board of Commissioners. Kevin’s invaluable contributions, always prioritizing the public's interests in discussions and decisions, have left an indelible mark on our organization. Kevin, your presence will be profoundly missed! |
As we say goodbye to one public member, we are thrilled to welcome another. We warmly welcome David Cikatz to the Board of Commissioners. To learn more about David, don't miss our Profile in Excellence feature. |
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Preceptor Credits for CNN and CDN
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If you are a Preceptor for nephrology/dialysis nurses, the NNCC Board of Commissioners and the Nurse Exam Board have approved the use of preceptor hours towards your continuing education requirement for recertification. A maximum credit of 8 contact hours can be applied to 160 precepting hours during your 3-year certification period.
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Advocacy Award News!
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The NNCC Board of Commissioners has increased the Advocacy Award to $2,000. This award was created to publicly honor organizations that advocate for or promote nephrology nursing certification at all levels. If your organization champions nephrology certification, this is an award you won't want to miss! Along with the $2,000 cash prize, the recipient will receive a plaque and national recognition on NNCC's website and social media channels.
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Last Chance -
Quality Improvement Award:
Applications Due June 30, 2024
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NNCC’s Quality Improvement Award is ready for your application! Deadline to submit is June 30, 2024. Quality improvement is the foundation for improving care delivery and patient outcomes. Nurses, advance practice providers, and technicians are essential stakeholders in improving the process.
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NNCC believes that applying quality improvement strategies to the care of nephrology patients ultimately leads to safer and better outcomes. Ready to submit your application?
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NNCC Dialysis Nurses
Take the NNCC JUNE Pop Quiz
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JUNE QUESTION! It's June! Time for another question of the month. NNCC’s Question of the Month helps you test your knowledge. This month we pose this question to dialysis nurses (CDN). “A patient received a deceased donor kidney and was diagnosed with delayed graft function that was treated with hemodialysis. The patient is discharged home on hemodialysis three times per week. The best indicator that kidney function is returning is the patient’s…” Click the link to see the list of options, choose the correct answer, and find the rationale, and reference information.
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NNCCs Water for Dialysis Program: What's in your Water?
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NNCC’s Water for Dialysis Program, What’s in your Water? is a learning activity provided by NNCC to help participants obtain knowledge and competency concerning water treatment for dialysis. Upon completion of this program, participants will be able to:
• Identify the components of the dialysis water system including their purposes, monitoring requirements, and patient safety considerations.
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• Explain how water-related clinical problems occur, are identified, and can be prevented.
• Discuss the elements of the CMS water survey that ensure compliance with safety.
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Great News: Upon completion, a certificate will be provided awarding a four-contact hour credit to be used towards NNCC certification or recertification continuing education requirements.
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Free Practice Exam! Approved CCHT-A Test-Takers!
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Experienced Dialysis Technicians, NNCC is now offering a free online practice exam when you are approved to take the CCHT-A certification examination. You now have one more reason to take the next step in the advancement of your career goals!
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FREE Online CNN-NP Practice Exam
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NNCC Board of Commissioners and the Advanced Practice Examination Board have examined some of the roadblocks for nephrology nurse practitioners taking the CNN-NP certification examination.
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A lack of resources and preparation materials seem to be a large factor. NNCC will now offer a free online CNN-NP practice examination to nephrology nurse practitioners who have been approved to take the CNN-NP examination. Upon approval for testing, nephrology nurse practitioners will receive a link to take the online practice exam. This, in addition to the free CNN-NP Certification Preparation Guide, will have you well on your way to preparing for the exam!
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UPCOMING EVENTS: SPRING 2024
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NNCC will be exhibiting at the following conferences this Spring:
Nashville, TN
June 25 - 30, 2024
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Nephrology Nursing Certification Commission
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