--- title: CCI Blog | Lindsey McNorton description: CCI Blog --- - [303-369-9566](tel:303-369-9566) - [Store](https://account.cc-institute.org/eweb/DynamicPage.aspx?WebCode=COEMerchCategory) [![CC-Institute Logo](https://blog.cc-institute.org/hubfs/CCI_December2019/Images/logo-cci.png "About Us")](https://www.cc-institute.org) - [About Us](https://www.cc-institute.org/about-us/) - [Why Certify](https://www.cc-institute.org/why-certify/) - [Governance](https://www.cc-institute.org/governance/) - [Leadership](https://www.cc-institute.org/leadership/) - [Volunteer](https://info.cc-institute.org/volunteers) - [TrueNorth](https://info.cc-institute.org/truenorth) - [CNOR Strong](https://info.cc-institute.org/cnor-strong) - [Certification Coach](https://info.cc-institute.org/certification-coach) - [DAISY Award](https://info.cc-institute.org/pastdaisy) - Certify - [CNOR](https://www.cc-institute.org/cnor/) - [Designations](https://www.cc-institute.org/specialty-designations/) - [CSSM](https://www.cc-institute.org/cssm/) - [CNAMB](https://www.cc-institute.org/cnamb/) - [CFPN](https://www.cc-institute.org/cfpn/) - [CNS-CP](https://www.cc-institute.org/cns-cp/) - [NPDA-BC](https://www.cc-institute.org/npda-bc/learn/) - Recertify - [CNOR](https://www.cc-institute.org/#cnor-modal) - [Designations](https://www.cc-institute.org/specialty-designation-recertification) - [CSSM](https://www.cc-institute.org/cssm-first-cycle/) - [CNS-CP](https://www.cc-institute.org/cns-cp-recertify) - [CNAMB](https://www.cc-institute.org/cnamb-recertify) - [NPDA-BC](https://www.cc-institute.org/npda-bc-recertify) - Education - [Microcredentials](https://www.cc-institute.org/microcredentials/) - [Certificates of Mastery](https://www.cc-institute.org/certificates-of-mastery/) - [Prep Books](https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B0DK2CRBNC/allbooks) - [Exam Prep Courses](https://account.cc-institute.org/eweb/DynamicPage.aspx?WebCode=COEMerchandiseSearch&g10_key=dbbaedcf-0f0f-444c-9fc2-9dc9b12c42c1) - [Free Educational Activities](https://account.cc-institute.org/eweb/DynamicPage.aspx?WebCode=COEMerchSubcategory&g10_key=963759fc-0959-4223-9eeb-df38ff8acc58) - [Nursing Continuous Professional Development](https://account.cc-institute.org/eweb/DynamicPage.aspx?WebCode=COEMerchandiseSearch&g10_key=6cb0d3ef-7d3f-4de9-b521-3cb219c47629) - [News](https://www.cc-institute.org/news/) - [Login](https://account.cc-institute.org/eWeb/MemberPage.aspx) - [Why Certify](https://www.cc-institute.org/why-certify/) - Learn - [CNOR](https://www.cc-institute.org/cnor/learn/) - [CSSM](https://www.cc-institute.org/cssm/learn/) - [CNS-CP](https://www.cc-institute.org/cns-cp/learn/) - [CNAMB](https://www.cc-institute.org/cnamb/learn/) - [CFPN](https://www.cc-institute.org/cfpn/learn/) - [NPDA-BC](https://www.cc-institute.org/npda-bc/learn/) - Apply - [CNOR](https://www.cc-institute.org/cnor/apply/) - [CSSM](https://www.cc-institute.org/cssm/apply/) - [CNS-CP](https://www.cc-institute.org/cns-cp/apply/) - [CNAMB](https://www.cc-institute.org/cnamb/apply/) - [CFPN](https://www.cc-institute.org/cfpn/apply/) - [NPDA-BC](https://www.cc-institute.org/npda-bc/apply/) - Recertify - [CNOR](https://www.cc-institute.org/#modal-cnor) - [CSSM](https://www.cc-institute.org/#modal-cssm) - [CNS-CP](https://www.cc-institute.org/cns-cp/recertify/) - [CNAMB](https://www.cc-institute.org/cnamb/recertify/) - [NPDA-BC](https://www.cc-institute.org/npda-bc/recertify/) - CPD - [Microcredentials](https://www.cc-institute.org/microcredentials/) - [Certificates of Mastery](https://www.cc-institute.org/certificates-of-mastery/) - [Login](https://account.cc-institute.org/eWeb/MemberPage.aspx) # CCI Blog ## Lindsey McNorton ### Recent Posts ## [CNOR® & CRNFA Dual Certification Changes: Accreditation Needs & Impact](https://blog.cc-institute.org/blog/cnor_crnfa_changes) Posted by [Lindsey McNorton](https://blog.cc-institute.org/blog/author/lindsey-mcnorton) on Nov 8, 2023, 7:00:00 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) ![iStock-1388256627](https://blog.cc-institute.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Blog%20Images/iStock-1388256627.jpg?width=432&height=288&name=iStock-1388256627.jpg) In the world of healthcare, certifications play a crucial role in ensuring that professionals possess the knowledge and skills required to provide safe and effective patient care. Both the [Certified Perioperative](https://www.cc-institute.org/cnor/learn/)[Nurse (CNOR®)](https://www.cc-institute.org/cnor/learn/), administered through Competency & Credentialing Institute, and the [Certified Registered Nurse First Assistant (CRNFA)](https://nascertification.com/crnfa/), administered through the National Assistant at Surgery Certification (NASC), are highly respected in the perioperative field and, in years past, have been attainable through dual recertification. However, after considering the importance of accreditation to both organizations, changes have been made to the recertification process for holders of both credentials. [Read More](https://blog.cc-institute.org/blog/cnor_crnfa_changes) 2 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.cc-institute.org/blog/cnor_crnfa_changes#comments-listing) Topics: [CNOR](https://blog.cc-institute.org/blog/topic/cnor), [Recertification](https://blog.cc-institute.org/blog/topic/recertification) ## [2023 TrueNorth Winner: Inova Heart & Vascular Institute Cardiovascular OR](https://blog.cc-institute.org/blog/2023_truenorth_winner) Posted by [Lindsey McNorton](https://blog.cc-institute.org/blog/author/lindsey-mcnorton) on Jun 23, 2023, 9:09:15 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) ![2018-03-08 14_39_38-CCI_TrueNorth.pdf - Adobe Acrobat Reader DC](https://blog.cc-institute.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Logos/Program%20Logos/2018-03-08%2014_39_38-CCI_TrueNorth.pdf%20-%20Adobe%20Acrobat%20Reader%20DC.png?width=361&name=2018-03-08%2014_39_38-CCI_TrueNorth.pdf%20-%20Adobe%20Acrobat%20Reader%20DC.png) In many ways, certification acts as a compass directing a nurse’s clinical practice toward nationally accepted standards. Nurses who attain certification, and the facilities that support them, demonstrate a commitment to improving patient outcomes and mastering the knowledge it takes to do so. [Read More](https://blog.cc-institute.org/blog/2023_truenorth_winner) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.cc-institute.org/blog/2023_truenorth_winner#comments-listing) Topics: [TrueNorth](https://blog.cc-institute.org/blog/topic/truenorth) ## [CNOR vs CNAMB](https://blog.cc-institute.org/blog/cnor_vs_cnamb) Posted by [Lindsey McNorton](https://blog.cc-institute.org/blog/author/lindsey-mcnorton) on Apr 24, 2023, 1:16:06 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) ## Understanding the Differences Between Two Specialty Nursing Certifications.   ![cnor-1](https://blog.cc-institute.org/hs-fs/hubfs/cnor-1.png?width=326&height=95&name=cnor-1.png) ![CNAMB-CMYK-e1634846354653 (1)](https://blog.cc-institute.org/hs-fs/hubfs/CNAMB-CMYK-e1634846354653%20(1).png?width=346&height=59&name=CNAMB-CMYK-e1634846354653%20(1).png)   Certification validates a nurse’s knowledge, skills, and abilities in a defined role. [The Certified Operating Room Nurse (CNOR](https://www.cc-institute.org/cnor/learn/)[)](https://www.cc-institute.org/cnor/learn/) and the [Certified Ambulatory Surgery Nurse (CNAMB)](https://www.cc-institute.org/cnamb/learn/) are two certifications that demonstrate commitment to exceptional patient safety. While both certifications validate professional competencies, they differ in eligibility standards, are applicable in different surgical settings, and have a different scope of practice. Discover what credential is best suited for your area of practice. [Read More](https://blog.cc-institute.org/blog/cnor_vs_cnamb) 2 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.cc-institute.org/blog/cnor_vs_cnamb#comments-listing) Topics: [Insider](https://blog.cc-institute.org/blog/topic/insider), [CNOR](https://blog.cc-institute.org/blog/topic/cnor), [CNAMB](https://blog.cc-institute.org/blog/topic/cnamb) ## [8 Tips for Preparing for Your Remote Exam](https://blog.cc-institute.org/blog/8_tips_for_preparing_for_your_remote_exam-1) Posted by [Lindsey McNorton](https://blog.cc-institute.org/blog/author/lindsey-mcnorton) on Jan 18, 2023, 12:57:54 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) ![iStock-1352603244](https://blog.cc-institute.org/hs-fs/hubfs/iStock-1352603244.jpg?width=685&height=393&name=iStock-1352603244.jpg)   Remote Secure Proctored Examinations are new to the realm of test taking. This method of test delivery allows you to take your exam in the comfort of your own home. 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