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ACLS Certification, is it optional, if I already have BLS & AED Certificate?
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Posted almost 4 years ago Hello everyone, I am a new RN. I need advice, is ACLS mandatory prior Nurse Residency Program? I have BLS and AED already. Do all hospitals require ACLS even though you already have BLS and AED certificate? |
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| Posted almost 4 years ago It depends on where you work. If you work Med/Surg, usually all that is required is BLS. ACLS is generally required of ICU's, PACU's, ER's,. Our hospital doesn't even require ACLS to work a med/surg tele unit. Most places give new employees at least 6 months to get ACLS. |
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| Posted almost 4 years ago Yup, check with the department you're interviewing with. We only have one heart, take care of it! Angie |
or it is optional?
