Update from NBCSN

Posted over 4 years ago by Michelle Cordova

www.nbcsn.org

Covid-19 Update:

NBCSN is aware that in this time of unrest and uncertainty, it has caused many schools to close. It has also affected school nurses in ways that they are now either: not working, working from home, or working in some other capacity. Many school nurses who are experiencing these situations have asked what they can do during this time.

NBCSN gathered these resources with you for your reference. We hope that this information can be helpful in some way. Please feel free to share it with your colleagues.

What can I do while my school is closed?

Stay as safe and connected as you can. If you already have your NCSN certification, focus on activities that will support your NCSN Recertification!

Recertification Procedures

Update Your Online Learning Plan in the NCSN Credentialing Portal

You can upload required supporting documents (CE certificates, RN License, professional activities, etc.)

Complete Continuing Education Hours

Continuing education (in school nursing) is defined as: programs beyond basic nursing preparation that are designed to promote and enrich knowledge, improve skills, and develop attitudes for the enhancement of (school) nursing practice.

See our list of acceptable continuing education credits.

You can also explore NASN E-learning CNE courses.

*Remember, beginning January 1, 2020, each CE program must be worth a minimum of 1 credit hour.

Explore Professional Activities That Earn Recertification Credits

Professional activities that promote and enhance the professional expertise of the NCSN are accepted toward the required 75 credits.

Check the list of NBCSN approved professional activities.

Please check out this link to: Getting Paid During the Coronavirus Crisis: How a New Law Affects School Employees for more information on how this could possibly relate to your situation working in a school setting.

Thanks to Shirley Gordon- our Recertification Co-Chair-for putting this together.

Shirley sent articles for reference: