Certification process leads to specialized training, career achievements for SSM Health nurses

by SSM Health

A board specialty certification shows your expertise and commitment to your nursing specialty. Today, we honor the 866 Nurses that hold a board specialty certification at SSM Health.

Thank you to all our certified nurses for your dedication, achievements, and deep commitment to patient safety and nursing excellence.

Jaimie Lopez, CCRN, RN-Charge Nurse Step-Down/Critical Care, CCU

So, why do nurses consider it important to achieve certification in a specialized area?

Jaimie Lopez, CCRN, RN-Charge Nurse Step-Down/Critical Care, CCU, SSM Health St. Anthony Hospital in Oklahoma City, describes her thought process for the advanced training.

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“The main reason that I decided to become certified in critical care was for professional growth and development,” she says. “My CCRN certification has given me a boost of confidence in my ability to perform both as a bedside nurse and in my new leadership position. A solid knowledge and skill set base are important in providing excellent patient care.”

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