Governance

For more than 40 years, the Competency & Credentialing Institute (CCI) has been a trusted authority in perioperative certification, dedicated to fostering excellence in nursing. With four decades of history, CCI has supported and certified over 40,000 nurses worldwide.

 

As a recognized leader in nursing competence assessment, CCI serves as the credentialing body for various certifications tailored to acknowledge specialized expertise. These certifications include the Certified Perioperative Nurse (CNOR), Certified Surgical Services Manager (CSSM), Certified Perioperative CNS (CNS-CP), Certified Ambulatory Surgery Nurse (CNAMB), Certified Foundational Perioperative Nurse (CFPN), and Nursing Professional Development Advanced – Board Certified (NPDA-BC).

 

These certifications are thoughtfully designed and regularly updated to reflect the evolving standards and practices within the perioperative nursing field. They stand as symbols of dedication and proficiency, recognizing the commitment of nursing professionals globally to achieve excellence and advance their knowledge and skills.

 

CCI operates under two primary governing bodies: the Board of Directors, responsible for charting the organization’s strategic direction and upholding fiduciary responsibilities; and the Certification Council, tasked with supervising the development and maintenance of CCI’s certifications programs. The day-to-day operations are managed by a dedicated staff leadership team, led by the Chief Executive Officer.

Board of Directors

The Board of Directors at CCI holds authority over the nonprofit’s strategic direction and financial oversight, aligning with the organization’s mission, vision, and values. Comprised of eight directors, each possessing at least one of CCI’s certifications, the Board also includes two public members.

BOD-Darcie

Darcie Opalko

MBA, MS, RN, CNOR, CSSM, NEA-BC

President

BOD-Leigh-Anne

Leigh Anne Piper

MSN, RN, CNOR, CSSM(E)

Vice President

BOD-Arthur

Arthur Shapiro

RN, MSN, CNOR, CNAMB, NE-BC, CSSM

Secretary/Treasurer

BOD-Simoe

Simone Auger

MIArch, LC, LEED AP

Member

BOD - JOSH

Joshua A. Wymer

DNP, MSPM, MA, RN, CNOR, RN-BC, NEA-BC, CHCIO, CDH-E, FACHE, FAAN

Member

BOD-Jennifer

Jennifer L. Misajet

MHA, BSN, CNOR, CSSM

Member

BOD-Sharon

Sharon Van Wicklin

PhD, RN, CNOR, CRNFA(E), CPSN-R, PLNC, FAAN, ISPAN-F

Member

BOD-Sally

Sally A. Irvin

MA, MEd, JD

Member

Beth B - correct size

Beth Bozzelli

MBA, RN, CNOR, CSSM

Member

Gini B - sized

Gini Beatty

CNOR, NPD-BC

Member

Certification Council

The Certification Council oversees the development and oversight of CCI’s credentialing programs. The Council is comprised of individuals representing each credential and two public members. With independent decision-making authority over all aspects of the credentialing programs, the Certification Council is dedicated to maintaining and supervising the operations of CCI's established certification programs in accordance with recognized national accreditation standards. Their activities are aligned with CCI's mission and values while upholding the highest level of professional integrity.

CC-Britta

Britta DeVolder

MBA, BSN, RN, CSSM, CNOR

Chair

CC-Mary-Jo

Mary Jo Steiert

BSN, RN, CNAMB

Vice Chair

Russell H

Russell Hildebrand

Member

CC-Akers

Amanda Akers

RN, MSN, CNOR, CSSM

Member

CC-Amos

Amos Schonrock

MAN, RN, ST, CSSM, CNAMB, CNOR, NE-BC

Member

cc-Hogan

Beth Hogan

MSN, RN, CNOR, CASC, CGRN, CNAMB

Member

cc-Marcum

Kelly Marcum

DNP, RN, NEA-BC, CNOR, CSSM, CPHQ

Member