Nrnp 6675 Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Wk 1 Discussion

This study source was downloaded by 100000857300661 from CourseHero.com on 12-01-2022 02:42:30 GMT -06:00https://www.coursehero.com/file/164117664/Discussion-Certification-and-Licensure-Plan-WEEK-1-JKdocx/ 1Discussion: Certification and Licensure PlanHow do you get certified and licensed as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) inyour state?The Kansas State Board of Nursing is in charge of licensing APRNs in Kansas state (Jacobs Rn, 2022). The Kansas State Board of Nursing recognizes these four functions: Registered Nurse Anesthetist Certified Nurse Midwife Nurse Practitioner Clinical Nurse SpecialistEducation alone is sufficient for APRN licensing; only nurse anesthetists are needed to have national certification (Jacobs Rn, 2022). Since Kansas is not a member of the nursing licensing compact, a Kansas APRN must also have a valid RN license in the state (Jacobs Rn, 2022).What is the application process for certification in your state?The application process includes the following steps (Jacobs Rn, 2022): First, complete the Application for a License. Put your name on it, and make sure it is notarized. Ensure that the Kansas State Board of Nursing must receive an official copy of your graduation transcript from your institution or university. Fill out the Fingerprint Card and include the appropriate payment on the website. Send an exclusive email to the Kansas State Board of Nursing.What is