{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Celebrating Certification: The Impact of NPD Credentialing","description":"In this episode of the NPD Forecast podcast, guests Mary Smith, MSN, RN, NPD-BC, NC-BC, AMB-BC, C-EFM, CCE,&amp;nbsp;Jo-Ann Robison, DNP, APN-BC, RNC-OB, NPD-BC, and Arisha Chase, MSN-Ed, RN, NPD-BC, PCCN, discuss the value and process of earning nursing professional development certification in recognition of National Certified Nurses Day on March 19. Drawing from their diverse experiences\u2014as a leader promoting certification, a longtime certification instructor, and a newly certified NPDBC practitioner\u2014they share perspectives on why certification matters for both individuals and the broader NPD specialty. The discussion highlights:  How NPD leaders can promote certification readiness through environmental scanning and intentional preparation strategies Common misconceptions about the NPD certification process and how education and mentorship can support candidates How achieving certification can shift professional mindset, build confidence, and strengthen the ability to influence practice and outcomes  ","author_name":"NPD Forecast","author_url":"http:\/\/anpdeducation.libsyn.com\/website","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/40399825\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/content\/199618065"}