There are numerous benefits to obtain a certification in any field of nursing both personally and professionally, particularly in the field of gastroenterology nursing. Firstly, certified nurse usually have a greater potential for advancement to afford a greater networking opportunities which will help the nurse to be able to keep the latest research and knowledge in the field. Moreover, networking also allows nurses to participate in local and national events in gastroenterology nursing and may also offer additional leadership advantages.

Secondly, certification documents that the nurse has attained a high level of knowledge and understands the standard of practice in gastroenterology. Certification also gives nurses a great sense of personal satisfaction, both in their ability to provide excellent care to patients and also in the accomplishment of the goal certification itself. The benefits for obtaining CGRN certification can be substantial.

Lastly, certified nurses have demonstrated that they have not only met the minimum requirement or taking the exam, but also have a depth and breadth of knowledge that comes with the credential. They have shown that they understand how to best care for patients and provide excellent patient safety and education. Addition to that, patient satisfaction is greater with certified nurses and these nurses operative more confidently knowing that their knowledge of their specialty has been validated. A great sense of personal satisfaction is also obtained by providing excellent care to patients and in completing the goal of achieving certification.

The nurse of today and tomorrow must be a life-long learner, well –prepared to work within a health care environment with rapid changes. Being a leader is always a pivotal role in any nursing career. To gain a leadership role, a nurse must first gain a deep knowledge of the