Nurse, Clinical Specialist (APRN)

Exam

Third-party exam

Education

Degree

Experience

Experience

Background check

None

GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION A registered nurse who, through study and supervised practice at the graduate level (master's or doctorate degree), functions and practices as an advanced registered nurse practitioner in a selected clinical area of nursing. EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS In addition to successful completion of a Board approved registered nursing program, a person must have successfully completed an organized post-basic program of study and clinical experience at the graduate level (master's or doctorate's degree) recognized by the regulatory agency, in concert with the national nursing organization. EXAMINATION REQUIREMENTS The schedule of certification examinations is determined by the American Nurses' Credentialing Center. For type of examination, fee, and retake procedures, contact the regulatory agency (address listed below). GENERAL INFORMATION for LICENSURE or CERTIFICATION There are no age, residency or work experience (after completion of the prelicensure program) requirements for licensure. Must have current, active RN license in Kentucky and be certified as a clinical nurse specialist. Must seek registration as an advanced registered nurse practitioner (ARNP). Initial registration fee is $80.00. Biennial registration must be renewed by October 31 of even years, at a fee of $55.00. Registration and reciprocity with other states varies. CONTINUING EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS (after licensure or certification) Thirty (30) contact hours are required for biennial renewal of registered nurse license. Continuing education contact hours must be earned via a Board approved provider. An ARNP must complete five (5) contact hours of continuing education in pharmacology (included with the 30 hour requirement) for biennial renewal. Contact the American Nurses' Credentialing Center for information on recertification. SPECIAL COMMENTS or CONDITIONS Individual must hold a current, active Kentucky registered nurse license in order to maintain r