A bachelor's degree in nursing (BSN) is the minimum requirement to become nursing informatics, while advanced degree such as the master of nursing (MSN) and doctorate of nursing practice (DNP) are vital for leadership roles. A certification in nursing informatics can be obtained from an independent organization, such as the American Nursing Credentialing Center and the Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society, Inc.
Registered nurses can become certified through the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), an affiliate of the American Nurses Association (ANA). ANCC offers the Informatics Nursing Certification (RN-BC) examination.
2. CAHIMS and CPHIMS
The Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society (HIMSS) offers the following two certifications for the health information experts, including nurses.
For details about the certifications, please check HIMSS certification webpage.
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