what does acnp stand for
The ANCC Acute Care Nurse Practitioner board certification examination is a competency based examination that provides a valid and reliable assessment of the entry-level clinical knowledge and skills of a nurse practitioner. This certification is for the adult acute care population. Once you complete eligibility requirements to take the certification examination and successfully pass the exam, you are awarded the credential: Acute Care Nurse Practitioner-Board Certified (ACNP-BC). This credential is valid for 5 years.