To promote science, education, and research related to different specialty nursing fields.
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International Federation of Nursing Specialties (IFNS)
Promoting Excellence in Specialty Nursing Practice
The International Federation of Nursing Specialties (IFNS) is an independent, non-governmental, not-for-profit organization, registered under section 8 of the Companies Act, 2013 of the Government of India. It was founded on 25 March 2025, incorporated under the Registrar of Companies (ROC), Ahmedabad, Gujarat, with Corporate Identity Number, U85500GJ2025NPL160620. It is aimed to promote excellence in Specialty Nursing fields through certification programs, public awareness seminars, industry collaborations, and educational events. It defines a certification program syllabus for different nursing specializations, administering certification examinations, and provides credential certifications to nursing professionals.
Our Objectives
Core focus areas that guide IFNS in advancing specialty nursing practice, education, and global collaboration.
To define and promote specialty nursing fields.
To develop a syllabus for nursing specialization courses.
To provide recognition for specialty nursing programs to healthcare organizations.
To conduct a specialty nursing certification examination.
To create and maintain an International Specialty Nurse Registry (ISNR).
To evaluate, analyze, and provide nursing and healthcare product validation.
Mission
To promote specialty nursing fields and develop a specialized nursing workforce worldwide.
Purpose
Building a Specialty Nursing Practice Perspective.
We believe that Specialty Nursing is the key element for the success and growth of nursing careers.
Scope of Work
Key priorities that guide IFNS credentialing, education, and collaboration across specialty nursing practice.
To promote specialty nursing practice awareness.
To promote a holistic healthcare practice approach by acknowledging, recognizing, knowledge sharing, research and credentialing different alternative therapies in nursing care.
To create and maintain the International Specialty Nurse Registry (ISNR).
To publish and maintain a book of records of Specialty Nursing Practice Initiative, Work Excellence, Nursing Achievements, Innovation, and any nuanced approach in different Specialty Nursing fields.
To acknowledge and recognize an appropriate standard of care and protocols in different specialty nursing fields.
To establish standards for the certification and recertification of nursing professionals in recognised nursing specialties.
To grant certification and recertification to qualified nursing professionals.
To organize nursing events by providing a platform to share knowledge, collaborate, and skill upgrade for like-minded professionals in different specialized fields.
To enhance public or consumer protection by developing effective certification programs for specialty nursing practices.
To publish the news and information on specialty nursing fields and practice initiatives, and outstanding work globally.
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Contact International Federation of Nursing Specialties to learn about specialty nursing certifications, professional credentialing, educational programs, industry collaborations, and opportunities to connect with nursing professionals and experts across healthcare specialties.
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