CNCC(C) - Certified Nurse in Critical Care (Canada)

The Certified Nurse in Critical Care (Canada) certification is designed for Canadian registered nurses specializing in critical care nursing. This certification demonstrates advanced knowledge and expertise in caring for critically ill patients in intensive care, cardiac care, and emergency departments.

Completion Time: 4 hours

Eligibility and Certification Requirements

• Current, active RN license in Canada.

• At least two years of nursing experience in a critical care setting.

• Completion of continuing education or professional development in critical care nursing.

• Passing the critical care nursing certification examination offered by a certifying body like the CNA.

Cost

Exam application fee: $570 for CNA members, $756 for non-members. Plus remote-proctored exam writing appointment fee to ProctorU: $85, or in-person exam writing appointment fee $110.

Exam Format

The examination typically includes 100 multiple-choice questions covering a wide range of topics in critical care nursing, such as patient assessment, pathophysiology, pharmacology, and complex nursing interventions.

Certification Process

Gain relevant experience in critical care nursing.

Apply for the Certified Nurse in Critical Care (Canada) examination through a certifying organization such as the CNA.

Successfully pass the certification examination. Passing criteria will vary depending on the certifying organization.

Certification in Critical Care Nursing usually requires renewal every 5 years.

Renewal involves completing continuing education credits in critical care nursing and related topics, and paying a recertification fee.

Continuing education for Critical Care Nurses may include updates in clinical practices, emerging treatments, advanced life support techniques, and participation in critical care nursing research.

For specific information regarding Certified Nurse in Critical Care (Canada), including eligibility criteria, examination details, approved educational programs, and renewal processes, it is recommended to consult directly with the Canadian Nurses Association (CNA) or other relevant nursing certifying bodies in Canada. These organizations provide comprehensive resources and standards for nurses specializing in critical care.

Career Opportunities

Certified Critical Care Nurses work in various healthcare settings, including hospitals' intensive care units, cardiac care units, emergency departments, and trauma centers.

They provide specialized nursing care to critically ill patients, manage complex health conditions, operate advanced medical equipment, and collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare teams.

The CNA also offers the following certifications:

• Certified in Nephrology (C)anada (CNeph(C))

• Certified in Cardiovascular Nursing (C)anada (CCN(C))

• Certified in Medical-Surgical Nursing (C)anada (CMSN(C))

• Certified in Oncology Nursing (C)anada (CON(C))

• Certified in Pediatric Nursing (C)anada (CpedN(C))

• Certified in Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing (C)anada (CPMHN(C))

• Emergency Nurse Certified (C)anada (ENC(C))

Other related certifications include:

• AACN Certification in Acute/Critical Care Nursing (Adult) (CCRN Adult)

• AACN TeleICU Acute/Critical Care Nursing-Adult (CCRN-E)

• AACN Acute/Critical Care Knowledge Professional (Adult) (CCRN-K Adult)

• AACN Progressive Care Certified Nurse (PCCN)