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These values are the foundation upon which we build our relentless pursuit of excellence.  \n• Integrity – We demonstrate sound judgment, ethical behavior and accountability in all we do.  \n• Inclusion – We cultivate an inclusive culture, where everyone contributes their unique strengths and perspectives.  \n• Transformation – We drive change and innovation to positively impact the healthcare system and improve the lives of patients, families and nurses.  \n• Leadership – We advocate and influence to achieve optimal outcomes and healthy work environments.  \n• Relationships – We collaborate and advance partnerships, honoring each individual to strengthen the collective.  \nETHICS  \nAACN and AACN Certification Corporation consider the American Nurses Association (ANA) Code of Ethics for Nurses foundational for nursing practice, providing a framework for making ethical decisions and fulfilling responsibilities to the public, colleagues and the profession. AACN Certification Corporation’s mission of public protection supports a standard of excellence where certified nurses have a responsibility to read about, understand and act in a manner congruent with the ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses.  \nThe following AACN Certification Corporation programs have been accredited by the Accreditation Board for Specialty Nursing Certification (ABSNC) .  \nCCRN® (Adult)  \nCMC®  \nCCRN® ( Pediatric)  \nCSC®  \nCCRN® ( Neonatal)  \nACCNS-AG®  \nPCCN® (Adult)  \nACCNS-N®  \nACNPC-AG®  \nACCNS-P®  \nOur advanced practice certification programs, ACCNS-AG, ACCNS-P, ACCNS-N and ACNPC-AG, are in alignment with the Consensus Model for APRN Regulation and other foundational national standards for APRN education, accreditation and regulation.  \nCertification Organization for the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses  \nCCRN EXAM HANDBOOK  \nDirect Care Eligibility Pathway  \nAcute/Critical Care Certification—Adult, Pediatric, Neonatal  \nAs healthcare becomes increasingly complex and challenging, certification has emerged as a mark of excellence showing patients, employers and the public that a nurse possesses a defined body of knowledge and has met the rigorous requirements to achieve specialty and/or subspecialty certification.  \nAACN Certification Corporation programs were created to protect healthcare consumers by validating the knowledge of nurses who care for and/or influence the care delivered to the acutely and critically ill. We are pleased to provide you with this handbook with information about our programs and how to apply for and take the CCRN certification exam-Direct Care Eligibility Pathway.  \nToday, nurses hold more than 140,000 certifications from AACN Certification Corporation.  \nSpecialty Certifications  \nCCRN® is for the nurse providing care to or influencing the care of acutely/critically ill adult, pediatric or neonatal patients. Three eligibility pathways are available:  \n• Direct Care-for the nurse who provides direct care to acutely/critically ill adult, pediatric or neonatal patients.  \n• Knowledge Professional-for the nurse who influences the care delivered to acutely/critically ill adult, pediatric or neonatal patients, but does not primarily or exclusively provide direct care.  \n• Tele-critical Care-for the nurse working in a tele-critical care setting monitoring/caring for acutely/critically ill adult patients from a remote location.  \nPCCN® is for the progressive care nurse. 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