CRNO - Certified Registered Nurse in Ophthalmology
- $350-$450
- Renews every 5 years
COURSE FORMAT
About
The Certified Registered Nurse in Ophthalmology (CRNO) credential is available through the National Certifying Board for Ophthalmic Registered Nurses (NCBORN). The Certified Registered Nurse in Ophthalmology credential (CRNO) is relevant for nurses with expertise in caring for clients with conditions of the eyes, including blindness, astigmatism, nearsightedness, farsightedness, glaucoma, cataracts and macular degeneration.
Nursing certification is provided to professionals who have demonstrated current knowledge and skills within their practice specialty. For nurses working with clients in ophthalmology, the specialty certification provides validation of their commitment to quality care for this population.
Costs
American Society of Ophthalmic Registered Nurses (ASORN) members: $350
Non-members: $450
Nurses Organization of Veterans Affairs (NOVA) members: rate is $50 less than the non-member rate
Course Format
Applicants for the CRNO credential may apply online via the NCBORN. The CRNO certification exam is offered biannually.
The certification exam is 250 multiple-choice questions with four hours allotted for the exam completion.
Certification
To be eligible for the CRNO certification, the following are required:
Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in the United States or the equivalent in other countries.
At least two years of full-time or the equivalent (4000) hours of experience in ophthalmic registered nursing practice.
Completion and filing of an Application for the Certification Examination for Ophthalmic Registered Nurses.
Payment of required fee
Renewal
The CRNO certification is valid for five years. Recertification for the CRNO is available via two pathways:
Examination
Continuing Education (CE) hours.
To qualify for recertification by contact hours, a candidate must submit 75 contact hours with a minimum of 60 ophthalmic-specific contact hours.
All applications for CE recertification must be received by:
January 31 for those who first certified or recertified in February or March.
July 31 for those who first certified or recertified in August or September.
Recertification Fees
American Society of Ophthalmic Registered Nurses (ASORN) members: $350
Non-members: $450
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Frequently asked questions
Are Certified Registered Nurse in Ophthalmology (CRNO) practice exams available?
A practice test consisting of 75 questions with a testing time of 2 hours is available online to assist candidates in preparing for the Certification Examination. The cost is $60. An online practice test is an optional tool that candidates may use as they prepare for the certification exam.
What happens if I cannot take my exam in the scheduled testing period?
Candidates unable to take the examination during their scheduled testing period may request a one-time transfer to a future testing period. There is a transfer fee of $172.00. After you have transferred once by paying the $172.00 fee, you will need to pay the full examination fee in order to transfer again.
Can I earn a Certified Registered Nurse in Ophthalmology (CRNO) online?
No you can't earn a CRNO online.
What organization offers the Certified Registered Nurse in Ophthalmology (CRNO)?
The National Certifying Board for Ophthalmic Registered Nurses (NCBORN) offers the Certified Registered Nurse in Ophthalmology (CRNO).
Who would benefit from obtaining the Certified Registered Nurse in Ophthalmology (CRNO) certification?
Registered Nurses (RNs) with expertise in caring for clients with conditions of the eyes, including blindness, astigmatism, nearsightedness, farsightedness, glaucoma, cataracts, and macular degeneration could benefit from obtaining the Certified Registered Nurse in Ophthalmology (CRNO) certification.
How often do I need to renew my Certified Registered Nurse in Ophthalmology (CRNO) certification?
You must renew your Certified Registered Nurse in Ophthalmology (CRNO) certification every five years.
What are the continuing education (CE) requirements for recertifying your Certified Registered Nurse in Ophthalmology (CRNO) credential?
The Certified Registered Nurse in Ophthalmology (CRNO) requires at least 75 continuing education (CE) hours every five years. A minimum of 60 CE hours must be ophthalmic-specific.