scrub nurse

What qualifications are needed to become a Scrub Nurse?

Becoming a scrub nurse requires a combination of education, training, and certification:
- Educational Background: A degree in nursing, typically a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or an Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN).
- Licensure: Passing the NCLEX-RN exam to become a licensed registered nurse.
- Specialized Training: Completing additional training in perioperative nursing, often through a perioperative nursing program.
- Certification: Obtaining certification from a recognized body, such as the Competency & Credentialing Institute (CCI), which offers the Certified Nurse Operating Room (CNOR) credential.

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