Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses (AMSN) & Medical-Surgical Nursing Certification Board (MSNCB)

Thinking about earning your CMSRN certification but still unsure if it's worth it? Hear what Blaise Nieve, PhD, PhD, RN, CMSRN, NEA-BC, had to say when he was asked #whyCMSRN: "Earning the Certified Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse (CMSRN) certification has been a game-changer for my nursing career. As a clinical nurse in an adult general medicine stepdown unit, I've encountered clients with complex conditions that require deep knowledge of medical-surgical nursing. Getting my CMSRN certification has helped me stand out as an expert in this field, showcasing my commitment to excellence. It has kept me updated with the latest practices and advancements, enabling me to provide top-notch patient care. This certification has opened doors to new opportunities, promotions, and leadership roles." Check out more #whyCMSRNs: https://hubs.la/Q02V_tZQ0

As we eagerly anticipate #medsurgnursesweek next week, we want to start spotlighting YOU! Here's what AMSN member Colleen McCracken had to say about her love for medical-surgical nursing: 🔷 What do you love most about being a medical-surgical nurse? I love being an oncology/med-surg nurse because of the incredible variety of complex illnesses I encounter in patient care. As an educator, I’m passionate about teaching medical-surgical nursing and truly appreciate the intricacies involved in providing exceptional care. 🔷 What encouragement/message do you have for the AMSN community celebrating Med-Surg Nurses Week this year? Happy Med-Surg Nurses Week next week! Your dedication, resilience, and compassion are the heart of patient care. You face every challenge with grace, managing complex illnesses and providing hope in the most critical moments. Your role is essential, and the impact you make each day reaches far beyond the bedside. Thank you for your tireless commitment to excellence and for the countless lives you touch. Get yourself ready for #MedSurgNursesWeek here: https://hubs.la/Q02Vjk2n0

Ready to learn more about virtual nursing? 💻🩺 Read The Monitor article, "From Bedpans to Bandwidth: Virtual Nursing Adventures," by Emily Schmidt, RN, BSN, CAVRN, SANE, to learn all the basics and benefits, as well as challenges of virtual nursing. Check it out: https://hubs.la/Q02VjjhC0

Have you heard about our revamped FailSafe Program? This program allows eligible nurses at participating facilities to apply for any MSNCB certification exam twice within a 12-month period but only pay for the first attempt. This includes the recently launched CAVRN exam! Start your CAVRN certification adventure knowing FailSafe is an option. Learn more: https://hubs.la/Q02Vzdh40

Many medical-surgical nurses approach their patient care with integrative medicine. Listen to today's release of the Med Surg Moments Podcast,🎙️"Exploring Contemporary and Integrative Medicine," to learn how our podcast hosts use a wide array of techniques to better serve their patients. Check it out: https://hubs.la/Q02Vjkdr0

If you were unable to join us for #AMSN2024, fear not, the session recordings have arrived! 🎥 The #AMSN2024 Recording Bundle includes 35 sessions and two poster sessions totaling 39.25 CE. Only looking for a few sessions? Select sessions can purchased individually. Learn more and purchase today: https://hubs.la/Q02Vkgsn0 Note: If you attended #AMSN2024, these recordings are complimentary!

After launching this past summer, nurses across the United States are becoming CAVRN certified! Check out this recent Becker's Healthcare article that highlights MSNCB's CAVRN credential and UnityPoint Health in West Des Moines, Iowa, which became one of the first healthcare systems to have certified virtual nurses on its staff: https://hubs.la/Q02VbRvD0

The clock is ticking! ⏱️ We are only 2️⃣ weeks away from #MedSurgNursesWeek! Take a moment to say thank you to the medical-surgical nurses in your life by sending them an e-card! It's the easiest way to recognize their hard work and let them know you're celebrating them. https://hubs.la/Q02T5PFX0

Fall into certification review by joining us in Chicago for our Live Certification Review Course! 🍂 This two-day event allows attendees to expand their knowledge of patient symptoms and diseases along with the corresponding assessments and interventions completed by medical-surgical nurses from a subject matter expert. And when you attend, you can earn up to 14 contact hours! Register now to join us: https://hubs.la/Q02T5NT70

If you have been thinking about earning your Certified Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse (CMSRN) certification, consider this a sign! Check out our top 5️⃣ reasons for why you should earn your CMSRN and start your journey today: https://hubs.la/Q02T5JFG0