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IS YOUR RECERT YEAR 2024?
Due to recertify in 2024? Download the CNAMB Recertification Checklist to get started!
OVERVIEW
CNAMB Recertification Steps
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Confirm your recertification eligibility
Meet the professional activities requirement during your accrual period, and log points earned.
Confirm that all 200 points activities are completed and logged into your CCI account, and pay the recertification fee.
Begin next 3-year certification cycle.
ELIGIBILITY
Recertification Eligibility Requirements
The following recertification eligibility requirements must be met at the time of application.
Current full- or part-time employment in an ambulatory surgery setting with a minimum of 500 hours experience per year in an eligible role in the perioperative setting. This is a total of 1500 hours during your 3-year accrual cycle.
- Once you hold the CNAMB credential there is no requirement for hours worked in intraoperative care.
- Employment setting may be hospital based, free standing, or physician owned.
- Role may be clinical, administrative, educational, or research.
- Experience in a non-paid, volunteer capacity is acceptable.
Hold an active CNAMB credential.
Hold a current, unrestricted RN license.
*Self-reflection forms are voluntary and will be made available to those who would like to complete them to assist with their personal goals during the recertification period.
RECERTIFICATION
Accrual Period
Your accrual period is the time period in which you must complete recertification activities. It begins on January 1 of the year you became certified or recertified, and continues through December 31 of the third calendar year. Enter your initial certification year or last recertification year in the table below to calculate your accrual period.
Calculate Your Accrual Period
| MY ACCRUAL PERIOD | RECERT YEAR | ||
| Jan 1 of Year 1 | Year 2 | Dec 31 Of Year 3 | Recertify Jan 1 - Dec 31 |
Dates populated are dependent on the accuracy of the certification or recertification year you entered. Accrual periods will not reflect Extension Year (if applicable). For personalized information, log in to your CCI account.
RECERTIFICATION
Recertification by Professional Activity Points
You may recertify your CNAMB credential by professional activity points completed during your three-year accrual period. For more information on the recertification process and your options, watch one of our recertification webinars.
PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITY POINTS
Requirement: 200 points
Engage in eligible professional activities during your accrual period to earn points toward your recertification. The requirement is met by earning 200 points. Below are the categories that your points can be earned in.
Academic
Study
Academic
Teaching
Board or
Committee
Clinical
Inquiry
Precepting
& Mentoring
Presentations
For complete details on professional activities and points, view the CNAMB Handbook.
Free Professional Points Activities
As your partner in recertification, CCI offers resources to simplify the process of completing your professional activities. Make sure to visit the CCI Store for free educational activities worth points towards your recertification requirements.
RECERTIFICATION
Recertification Alternatives
Consider these options if you need more time to complete your professional activities, or are leaving the OR. Online applications must be submitted by December 31 to prevent the credential from lapsing. For complete details on recertification alternatives, please see the CNAMB Handbook.
CNAMB Extension Year
Active CNAMBs unable to complete professional activities during the accrual period may apply for a one-year extension. Apply for CNAMB Extension Year by logging into your CCI account and completing the online application.
CNAMB Emeritus Status
Retiring or ineligible perioperative nurses may preserve their CNAMB credential by submitting a one-time fee for Emeritus Status. Emeritus Status entitles the nurse to use the designation CNAMB(E). Apply for CNAMB Emeritus Status by logging into your CCI account and completing the online application.
RECERTIFICATION
Recertification Fees
$275
Professional Activity Points
$235
Early Bird Discount - Jan 1st - June 30th
$245
Extension Year
$175
Emeritus Status
GET PREPARED
Recertification Resources
Learn more about recertifying your CNAMB and meeting recertification eligibility requirements with our complimentary resources.
CCI STAFF SUPPORT
CCI's nursing staff is
available to answer
questions about eligibility
or preparation.
