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Topics: New Edition, American Association of Critical-Care Nurses, Cardiac Surgery Certification, critical care nurse, Doody's Review Service, cardiac surgery, Reviews

Patients who undergo cardiac surgery require specialized care and critical care nurses are crucial to their postoperative recovery and health. The new third edition of Cardiac Surgery Essentials for Critical Care Nursing is an indispensable resource for new and experienced nurses caring for patients in critical care units prior to and immediately following cardiac surgery and in the transitioning to home.

Topics: New Edition, American Association of Critical-Care Nurses, Cardiac Surgery Certification, critical care nurse, cardiac surgery

It's important for nurses preparing to take the Progressive Care Certified Nurse (PCCN) exam administered by the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN) to have the highest quality study guide. That's why PCCN Certification Review, Third Edition by Ann J. Brorsen and Keri R. Rogelet is so effective.

In a new 4-star review, Cynthia Cummings, EdD, RN, CHSE, from the University of North Florida Brooks College of Health, writes for Doody's Review Service that,

"This book will be very helpful to anyone interested in taking the PCCN exam. The online site is very helpful. This edition features current questions and adds new medications."

Topics: American Association of Critical-Care Nurses, Ann J. Brorsen, Doody's Review Service, Keri R. Rogelet, nursing, Review, Advanced Practice, PCCN, Progressive Care Certified Nurse

Are you or someone you know preparing to take the Progressive Care Certified Nurse (PCCN) exam administered by the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN)? Our just published PCCN Certification Review, Third Edition by Ann J. Brorsen and Keri R. Rogelet is the ideal study guide.

According to the AACN,

"As healthcare becomes increasingly complex and challenging, the value of certification as a mark of excellence is more important than ever. Achieving certification demonstrates to patients, employers and the public that a nurse’s knowledge, skills and abilities meet rigorous national standards – and reflects a deep commitment to patient safety."

Topics: New Edition, American Association of Critical-Care Nurses, Ann J. Brorsen, Keri R. Rogelet, Navigate, nursing, Advanced Practice, PCCN, Progressive Care Certified Nurse

According to the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN), "synergy results when the needs and characteristics of a patient, clinical unit, or system are matched with a nurse's competencies." Based on a decade of work by the AACN, the just published Synergy for Clinical Excellence: The AACN Synergy Model for Patient Care, Second Edition by Sonya R. Hardin and Roberta Kaplow encompasses the history and development of the nurse and patient characteristics inherent in the Synergy Model.

Topics: New Edition, American Association of Critical-Care Nurses, nursing, nursing practice, Roberta Kaplow, Sonya R. Hardin, Consensus Model for Advanced Practice Nursing, Synergy Model

The rave reviews are already coming in for Cardiac Surgery Essentials for Critical Care Nursing, Second Edition by Sonya R. Hardin and Roberta Kaplow. Doody's Review Service just gave it 5 stars and perfect score of 100.

Topics: American Association of Critical-Care Nurses, cardiac, Cardiac Surgery Certification, critical care nurse, critical care nursing, Doody's Review Service, nursing, Review, Roberta Kaplow, Sonya R. Hardin

The just published Cardiac Surgery Essentials for Critical Care Nursing, Second Edition by Sonya R. Hardin and Roberta Kaplow is an indispensable reference for new and experienced nurses caring for patients in intensive care units immediately following cardiac surgery. Completely updated and revised, it addresses significant changes in cardiac surgery, the nursing responsibilities necessary to meet the needs of acutely ill patients, and strategies to optimize patient outcomes in this dynamic field.

Topics: New Edition, American Association of Critical-Care Nurses, cardiac, Cardiac Surgery Certification, critical care nurse, critical care nursing, Navigate, nursing, Roberta Kaplow, Sonya R. Hardin, Navigate 2 Preferred Access

Great news-- PCCN Certification Review, Second Edition by Ann J. Brorsen and Keri R. Rogelet is now available as an eBook on CourseSmart, CafeScribe, and KNO.

Topics: American Association of Critical-Care Nurses, Ann J. Brorsen, Keri R. Rogelet, Cafescribe, KNO, PCCN, Progressive Care Nursing Certification

Are you or someone you know preparing to take the Adult CCRN certification exam? We recently published a new edition of Adult CCRN Certification Review, Second Edition by Ann J. Brorsen and Keri R. Rogelet just for you!

Topics: New Edition, American Association of Critical-Care Nurses, Ann J. Brorsen, Keri R. Rogelet, Adult CCRN exam

Are you planning to take the Progressive Care Nursing Certification (PCCN) exam administered by the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN)? We can help!

Topics: New Edition, American Association of Critical-Care Nurses, Ann J. Brorsen, Keri R. Rogelet, PCCN, Progressive Care Nursing Certification