Prioritize Developmental Care with these Education Products
NANN’s educational products on developmental care equip neonatal nurses with the knowledge and skills needed to support the holistic growth and development of their tiniest patients. These resources emphasize the importance of creating an environment that promotes the physical, emotional, and neurological well-being of neonates. Developed by seasoned neonatal professionals, NANN’s developmental care materials integrate the latest research and best practices. Validate what you’ve learned by earning NANN’s Neonatal Developmental Care Specialist Designation, showcasing your ability to provide developmentally appropriate care and individualized, family-centered care.
Developmental Care of Newborns and Infants, 3rd Edition
Update and improve your neonatal and newborn intensive care unit (NICU) nursing know-how, with the evidence-based Developmental Care of Newborns and Infants, 3rd Edition. This leading text on developmentally supportive care of infants and their families addresses the full spectrum of neonatal care, from prenatal planning to delivery, as well as neonatal intensive care and the transition to home.
Neonatal Developmental Care Specialist Designation
NANN is excited to announce the launch of our reviewed and revised Neonatal Developmental Care Specialist Designation exam! The Neonatal Developmental Care Specialist Designation is an assessment-based designation that recognizes neonatal healthcare professionals—including nurses, advanced practice providers, and therapists— for their expertise in developmental and family-centered care.
Through a self-paced, online exam consisting of 80 knowledge-based and 20 scenario-based questions, candidates demonstrate their understanding of evidence-based practices aligned with the third edition of Developmental Care of Newborns & Infants. No minimum experience is required, but candidates should be competent and committed to developmental care. Upon passing with a score of 80% or higher, participants earn the Developmental Care Specialist Designation, which is valid for three years and can be renewed through re-examination or submission of 20 relevant continuing education hours. The designation promotes professional recognition, career advancement, and improved patient outcomes through holistic, individualized care.
