What is NNP-BC? Neonatal NP - BC

NNP-BC stands for Neonatal NP - BC. It is an advanced practice certification issued by National Certification Corporation.

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What it is
Neonatal NP - BC (NNP-BC) is an advanced practice certification. (nccwebsite.org news 110)
Who issues it
National Certification Corporation. (nccwebsite.org news 110)
Who may hold it
Open to advanced practice registered nurses. (nccwebsite.org news 110)
Advanced practice role
CNP, neonatal population focus. (nccwebsite.org news 110)
Current status
Currently offered by the issuer. (nccwebsite.org news 110)
Where it prints
Printed after your name, in position 4 of the standard display order. ANCC: how to display your credentials
How you get it
Needs a current, unencumbered US RN or APRN license and completion of an accredited neonatal nurse practitioner graduate program (master's, DNP or post-master's), then a 3-hour, 175-question multiple-choice exam taken within NCC's time limit after graduating. The credential lasts 3 years and is maintained by taking NCC's Continuing Competency Assessment at the start of each cycle and logging CE during it. Source: National Certification Corporation
Good to know
Certification determines role/focus/issuer - not independent pick-lists (nccwebsite.org news 110)

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