Certified Hospice and Palliative Pediatric Nurse | CHPPN®
Certificants who earn this credential demonstrate the ability as a registered nurse to assess, plan, intervene, and evaluate in helping pediatric patients and their families maintain optimal functioning and quality of life within the limits of the disease process.
- Type Certification
- Level Intermediate
Skills
Earning Criteria
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Hold a current, unrestricted registered nurse license in the United States, its territories, or the equivalent in Canada
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Must have hospice and palliative pediatric nursing practice of 500 hours in the most recent 12 months or 1,000 hours in the most recent 24 months prior to applying for the examination.
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Achieve a passing score on the CHPPN® exam.
Standards
The CHPPN® program is accredited by the Accreditation Board for Specialty Nursing (ABSNC).