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  • Title: Certification. Hospital versus national standards.
    Author: Gracey KM, Haddad NL, Hagle ME, Hauff J, Johnson-Walker PS, May PA, Oliver CE, Smiley MJ, West K.
    Journal: J Nurs Staff Dev; 1996; 12(2):93-7. PubMed ID: 8715625.
    Abstract:
    "Certification" and "credential" are frequently used terms in nursing. How these terms are used and what they mean to nursing practice is the focus of this article. Definitions, history, and application of these concepts are explored. Recommendations are made that a hospital not assume responsibility for the granting of certification or credentials to nursing staff members. Nurses and nursing administrators are urged to support nationally recognized certification programs.
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