Certified Nurses Day Celebration
Midland Health is proud to honor our board-certified nurses on Certified Nurses Day, celebrated annually on March 19. To mark the occasion, we will hold a special ceremony in the Hospital Lobby on March 19, 2025, where we will recognize all certified nurses and pin those who have recently achieved certification.
Certified Nurses Day was established by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) to recognize the dedication and expertise of nationally board-certified nurses. This day celebrates nurses worldwide who enhance patient care and improve outcomes through certification in their specialty.
Why Certification Matters
Professional board certification is a voluntary achievement that signifies a nurse's advanced competency, knowledge, and commitment to professional growth. With nearly 200 specialty certifications available, nurses can demonstrate expertise in a wide range of fields.
Research has shown that organizations with board-certified nurses see improved patient outcomes, including:
· Lower infection rates
· Fewer surgical complications, pressure ulcers, and patient falls
· Reduced mortality rates
Certification also benefits the nursing profession by boosting job satisfaction and professional confidence, reducing nursing turnover and vacancy rates, and enhancing patient satisfaction.
The Challenges of Certification
Achieving board certification is a significant accomplishment. It requires time, preparation, and financial investment, including exam fees, study materials, travel, and professional memberships. Many certifications also require years of experience before eligibility. In addition, board exams are rigorous and designed to test beyond the foundational knowledge required for licensure, adding to the stress and fear of failure.
Supporting Our Nurses at Midland Health
Midland Health is dedicated to making certification and professional growth more accessible for our nurses. We support this by sponsoring review courses and investing in the Nurse Builders program, which provides online exam preparation for 33 different certifications. Additionally, we offer financial incentives, including advancement through
the clinical ladder and reimbursement for exam fees—regardless of the exam outcome. To further ease the financial burden, we cover the cost of select exams, including retake opportunities through programs like the Medical-Surgical Nursing Certification Board FailSafe Certification Program.
We are proud to support our nurses in achieving and maintaining their certifications. Thank you to all our board-certified nurses for your dedication to excellence in patient care!