Career Details

Certified Nurse Manager and Leader

Description

The Certified Nurse Manager and Leader (CNML) credential, a collaborative effort between the American Organization of Nurse Executives (AONE) Credentialing Center and the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN) Certification Corporation, is now available. CNML certification gives nurse managers a way to validate their knowledge as they strive to excel in their demanding roles, carrying out complex leadership responsibilities that directly affect the quality of care to patients and families.

Certifying Organization

American Association of Critical-Care Nurses

Details

If significant education or training is needed? Yes

If significant work experience is needed? Yes

Is an exam required? Yes

How many years until certification must be renewed? 3 year(s)

Certification can be renewed with Continuing Education Units? Yes

Certification can be renewed with re-examination? Yes

Certification can be renewed with Continuing Professional Development? No

Certification can be renewed in multiple ways? Yes

Certificates

Certificate name

Certified Neuroscience Registered Nurse

Certifying Organization

American Association of Neuroscience Nurses - American Board of Neuroscience Nursing

Type

C - Specialty

Certificate name

Nurse Executive, Advanced Certification

Certifying Organization

ANA Enterprise

Type

C - Specialty

Certificate name

Nurse Executive Certification

Certifying Organization

ANA Enterprise

Type

C - Specialty

Related Careers

Cardiologists

Median Annual Income

$318,730

Projected Job Growth

+5 %

Career Cluster(s)

Healthcare & Human Services

Most Common Education Level

Doctoral or professional degree

Diagnose, treat, manage, and prevent diseases or conditions of the cardiovascular system. May further subspecialize in interventional procedures (e.g., balloon angioplasty and stent placement), echocardiography, or electrophysiology.

InvestigativeRealisticSocialConventional

Dermatologists

Median Annual Income

$269,170

Projected Job Growth

+7 %

Career Cluster(s)

Healthcare & Human Services

Most Common Education Level

Doctoral or professional degree

Diagnose and treat diseases relating to the skin, hair, and nails. May perform both medical and dermatological surgery functions.

InvestigativeRealisticSocial

Neurologists

Median Annual Income

$236,439

Projected Job Growth

+7 %

Career Cluster(s)

Healthcare & Human Services

Most Common Education Level

Doctoral or professional degree

Diagnose, manage, and treat disorders and diseases of the brain, spinal cord, and peripheral nerves, with a primarily nonsurgical focus.

InvestigativeSocial

Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Physicians

Median Annual Income

$237,545

Projected Job Growth

+4 %

Career Cluster(s)

Healthcare & Human Services

Most Common Education Level

Doctoral or professional degree

Diagnose and treat disorders requiring physiotherapy to provide physical, mental, and occupational rehabilitation.

InvestigativeSocialRealistic

Obstetricians and Gynecologists

Median Annual Income

$241,531

Projected Job Growth

+3 %

Career Cluster(s)

Healthcare & Human Services

Most Common Education Level

Doctoral or professional degree

Provide medical care related to pregnancy or childbirth. Diagnose, treat, and help prevent diseases of women, particularly those affecting the reproductive system. May also provide general care to women. May perform both medical and gynecological surgery functions.

InvestigativeSocialRealisticConventional

Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric

Median Annual Income

$282,194

Projected Job Growth

+4 %

Career Cluster(s)

Healthcare & Human Services

Most Common Education Level

Doctoral or professional degree

Diagnose and perform surgery to treat and prevent rheumatic and other diseases in the musculoskeletal system.

InvestigativeRealisticSocial

Emergency Medicine Physicians

Median Annual Income

$234,249

Projected Job Growth

+4 %

Career Cluster(s)

Healthcare & Human Services

Most Common Education Level

Doctoral or professional degree

Make immediate medical decisions and act to prevent death or further disability. Provide immediate recognition, evaluation, care, stabilization, and disposition of patients. May direct emergency medical staff in an emergency department.

InvestigativeSocialConventionalRealistic

General Internal Medicine Physicians

Median Annual Income

$221,963

Projected Job Growth

+3 %

Career Cluster(s)

Healthcare & Human Services

Most Common Education Level

Doctoral or professional degree

Diagnose and provide nonsurgical treatment for a wide range of diseases and injuries of internal organ systems. Provide care mainly for adults and adolescents, and are based primarily in an outpatient care setting.

InvestigativeSocialRealistic

Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric

Median Annual Income

$235,382

Projected Job Growth

+5 %

Career Cluster(s)

Healthcare & Human Services

Most Common Education Level

Doctoral or professional degree

Diagnose and perform surgery to treat and help prevent disorders and diseases of the eye. May also provide vision services for treatment including glasses and contacts.

InvestigativeSocialRealistic

Pediatric Surgeons

Median Annual Income

$206,168

Projected Job Growth

+2 %

Career Cluster(s)

Healthcare & Human Services

Most Common Education Level

Doctoral or professional degree

Diagnose and perform surgery to treat fetal abnormalities and birth defects, diseases, and injuries in fetuses, premature and newborn infants, children, and adolescents. Includes all pediatric surgical specialties and subspecialties.

InvestigativeSocialRealistic

Registered Nurses

Median Annual Income

Projected Job Growth

+6 %

Career Cluster(s)

Healthcare & Human Services

Most Common Education Level

Bachelor's degree

Assess patient health problems and needs, develop and implement nursing care plans, and maintain medical records. Administer nursing care to ill, injured, convalescent, or disabled patients. May advise patients on health maintenance and disease prevention or provide case management. Licensing or registration required.

SocialInvestigativeConventional

Acute Care Nurses

Median Annual Income

Projected Job Growth

+6 %

Career Cluster(s)

Healthcare & Human Services

Most Common Education Level

Bachelor's degree

Provide advanced nursing care for patients with acute conditions such as heart attacks, respiratory distress syndrome, or shock. May care for pre- and post-operative patients or perform advanced, invasive diagnostic or therapeutic procedures.

SocialInvestigativeRealistic

Advanced Practice Psychiatric Nurses

Median Annual Income

Projected Job Growth

+6 %

Career Cluster(s)

Healthcare & Human Services

Most Common Education Level

Bachelor's degree

Assess, diagnose, and treat individuals and families with mental health or substance use disorders or the potential for such disorders. Apply therapeutic activities, including the prescription of medication, per state regulations, and the administration of psychotherapy.

InvestigativeSocial

Critical Care Nurses

Median Annual Income

Projected Job Growth

+6 %

Career Cluster(s)

Healthcare & Human Services

Most Common Education Level

Bachelor's degree

Provide specialized nursing care for patients in critical or coronary care units.

SocialInvestigativeRealistic

Clinical Nurse Specialists

Median Annual Income

Projected Job Growth

+6 %

Career Cluster(s)

Healthcare & Human Services

Most Common Education Level

Bachelor's degree

Direct nursing staff in the provision of patient care in a clinical practice setting, such as a hospital, hospice, clinic, or home. Ensure adherence to established clinical policies, protocols, regulations, and standards.

SocialInvestigativeConventional

Nurse Anesthetists

Median Annual Income

Projected Job Growth

+10 %

Career Cluster(s)

Healthcare & Human Services

Most Common Education Level

Master's degree

Administer anesthesia, monitor patient's vital signs, and oversee patient recovery from anesthesia. May assist anesthesiologists, surgeons, other physicians, or dentists. Must be registered nurses who have specialized graduate education.

SocialRealisticInvestigativeConventional

Nurse Midwives

Median Annual Income

Projected Job Growth

+7 %

Career Cluster(s)

Healthcare & Human Services

Most Common Education Level

Master's degree

Diagnose and coordinate all aspects of the birthing process, either independently or as part of a healthcare team. May provide well-woman gynecological care. Must have specialized, graduate nursing education.

SocialInvestigative

Nurse Practitioners

Median Annual Income

Projected Job Growth

+46 %

Career Cluster(s)

Healthcare & Human Services

Most Common Education Level

Master's degree

Diagnose and treat acute, episodic, or chronic illness, independently or as part of a healthcare team. May focus on health promotion and disease prevention. May order, perform, or interpret diagnostic tests such as lab work and x rays. May prescribe medication. Must be registered nurses who have specialized graduate education.

InvestigativeSocialConventional

Your One Stop Shop For All Career Resources

Whether you are exploring new career paths, building your resume, or preparing for your next opportunity, our tools, templates, and guidance are designed to help you navigate your career journey with clarity and confidence.