A Special Message from Lourdes Careaga in Celebration of Nursing Informatics Day
As the Certification Outreach Program Manager, I have the privilege of managing relationships with our collaborative organizations and overseeing the ANCC Success Pays® program. Through my direct work with these organizations, I have seen how strongly they support certification as a lifelong journey of growth, learning, and demonstrated expertise. As an ANCC certified nurse myself, I share this commitment to certification and ongoing renewal.
Lourdes B. Careaga, MSN, RN, NE-BC Certification Outreach Program Manager
During Nursing Informatics Day, I extend my warm wishes to my nursing colleagues. My team and I proudly recognize and celebrate our nursing informatics colleagues, who continue to play a vital role in healthcare by seamlessly integrating clinical expertise with information technology. Their dedication supports patient safety, drives innovation, enhances clinical workflows, and ensures the effective management of healthcare information systems, processes, and technology. In recognition of this special day, I would like to take this opportunity to share the valuable resources below with you.
We are honored to maintain a sustained collaborative relationship with the American Nursing Informatics Association (ANIA), united in our shared goal of supporting nursing excellence and promoting professional growth and development through certification. ANIA members receive a $55 discount on both initial Informatics Nursing certification applications and certification renewals.
If your organization is interested in the ANCC Success Pays® program, I am available to support you and your nurses.
Program FAQs:
Launched in 2013
Over 600 Success Pays Partners
Monthly Townhalls to stay connected
Benefits:
Nurses are given two (2) opportunities to pass.
The organization only pays for the nurses who pass.
Reduces anxiety and financial barriers for nurses.
No minimum or maximum limit for number of certification renewals.
I kindly ask that organizations continue to support and educate nursing staff on the value of professional certification and encourage participation in the ANCC Success Pays® program. Please refer your team to the resource below for information on how this program adds value to your organization, along with a list of eligible ANCC certifications:
*Use of these or any other course(s)/material(s) does not imply eligibility for certification or successful performance on any certification exam, nor is it a requirement to qualify for individual certification.
Once you earn ANCC board certification in Informatics Nursing, you’ll receive the NI-BC credential—demonstrating your expertise and commitment to the specialty.
Renewal Requirements
As an important reminder, certification renewal occurs every five years. It is never too early to begin tracking your professional development—your future self will appreciate the preparation. To review the renewal requirements, review the ANCC Certification Renewal Handbook. This resource clearly outlines all essential information for renewing or reactivating your certification, including program policies and key criteria for maintaining ongoing competence within your specialty.
Maintaining your certification demonstrates a commitment to continuous learning and excellence in practice. It reflects your ongoing application of current knowledge, adherence to evidence-based standards, and utilization of strong decision-making and interpersonal skills to support the health and well-being of the populations you serve. I wish everyone a Happy Nursing Informatics Day!
Article by: Lourdes B. Careaga, MSN, RN, NE-BC Certification Outreach Program Manager
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Lourdes B. Careaga, MSN, RN, NE-BC Certification Outreach Program Manager
