Exam Domains

1 Medical-Surgical Clinical Nursing Weight not published

2 Pathophysiology and Disease Processes Weight not published

3 Nursing Interventions and Therapeutics Weight not published

4 Patient Safety and Quality Outcomes Weight not published

5 Complex Care Management Weight not published

Exam Details

Question TypesMultiple Choice

FormatLinear

Online ProctoringAvailable

ID RequirementsGovernment-issued photo ID required. Name must match ANCC registration exactly. RN license number required at check-in.

RenewalRequired -- Earn 75 CE credits (contact hours) every 5 years. CE credits must be relevant to the certification specialty. Submit renewal application via the ANCC certification portal. Maintain current, active RN license throughout certification period.

PrerequisitesCurrent, active RN license; 2 years of med-surg RN practice and 2,000 hours in med-surg nursing within 3 years

Retake PolicyMust wait 60 days before retaking. Full exam fee required for each retake attempt. Check ANCC website for current retake policies.

LanguagesEnglish

Certified Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse (CMSRN) (CMSRN) Exam Blueprint

Exam Domains

Exam Details

Official Study Resources