Certifications Offered
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Cardiac SurgeryCertified cardiac nurses have distinguished themselves in their specialty area. As healthcare delivery and patient acuity become ever more complex, the demand for experienced, highly skilled nurses with a depth and breadth of knowledge is on the rise.
The preparation and study necessary for successful completion of the cardiac surgery certification examinations improve a nurse's ability to care for acute, chronic, or critically ill patients. This program will focus on the Preoperative Period, the Intraoperative Period, the Immediate Postoperative Period, the Extended Postoperative Period, and the Recovery Period, including discharge and long-term rehabilitation. Topics will include nursing considerations and patient education topics nurse-sensitive indicators and strategies for improving nursing care |