Commission on Nurse Certification

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The Commission on Nurse Certification administers the Clinical Nurse Leader Certification program.

A certified CNL is a master’s educated nurse, prepared for practice across the continuum of care within any healthcare setting in today’s changing healthcare environment. CNLs oversee care coordination, provide direct patient care in complex situations, put evidence-based practice into action, ensure patients benefit from the latest innovations in care delivery, evaluate patient outcomes and asses

05/07/2026

Call for Presentations! CNC is accepting proposals from Certified CNLs who have solid experience, proven expertise, and/or have conducted research on the utilization of artificial intelligence (AI) in nursing practice. Candidates selected will present in an upcoming CNC webinar. Get details https://discovercnls.org/call-for-presentations/

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05/07/2026

CNC applauds the outstanding dedication of nurses, particularly Clinical Nurse Leaders, who deliver excellent patient care each day.

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04/15/2026

CNC is currently accepting nominations for Certified CNLs to serve on its Board of Commissioners (CNCBOC). The deadline for nominations is May 4, 2026. Nominees must be Certified CNLs in good standing.

Newly-elected board members will serve a three-year term beginning July 1, 2026, and ending June 30, 2029. For more information, visit https://www.aacnnursing.org/our-initiatives/education-practice/clinical-nurse-leader/cnl-certification/get-involved/cncboc

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Photos from Commission on Nurse Certification's post 03/19/2026

CNC extends a gigantic "Kudos!" and "Thank you!" to Certified CNLs Zach Perpetua, DNP, RN, CMSRN, CNL of UPMC and Tymeeka Davis, DNP, RN-BC, CNL along with fellow Certified CNLs at Durham VA Health Care System for conducting CNL Certification Information Sessions for CNL students at Saint Vincent College and Queens University of Charlotte in observance of Certified CNL Day. Great job guys!

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CNC 20 Anniversary 03/19/2026

On this Certified CNL Day, CNC celebrates 20 years of administering the CNL Certification Examination! View our anniversary video below to learn about CNC's rich history.

Join the celebration! Wish CNC a "Happy 20-Anniversary!" in the comment section below.

https://youtu.be/YIuyHRXRHb4?si=rBKAS8ZIZHUoYRaS

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CNC 20 Anniversary This year, CNC celebrates 20 years of administering the CNL Certification Exam. Since 2006, the Commission on Nurse Certification has validated the skills of...

discovercnls.org 03/19/2026

Congratulations Certified Clinical Nurse Leaders (CNLs) on validating your skill set through CNC certification. Today, tell the world about your achievement. Post the "I'm Proud to Be a Certified CNL" to your page. Don't forget to tag: Commission on Nurse Certification

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03/17/2026

Are you ready for Certified CNL Day? We're celebrating on Thurs, March 19! Download Certified CNL Day tools and plan your celebration https://discovercnls.org/cnl-day/

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12/22/2025

We're Celebrating 20 Years of Administering the CNL Certification Exam! Join CNC's celebration by hosting a CNL Certification Information Session for your students. On Certified CNL Day, March 19, and we look forward to celebrating this major milestone with the CNL community! To host an information session at your college or university sign up at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/7GD9KZ2 American Association of Colleges of Nursing

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