CARDIOVASCULAR NURSE PRACTITIONER (CVNP) SUBSPECIALTY CARDIOLOGY BOARD CERTIFICATION EXAMINATION AND PREPARATION
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The American Board of Cardiovascular Medicine Subspecialty Examination in Cardiovascular Disease was designed specifically for Nurse Practitioners who hold a Master's Degree or higher. 
Passing this exam designates the applicant as a Board Certified Cardiovascular Nurse Practitioner.

The function of the American Board of Cardiovascular Medicine (ABCM) is to enhance the quality of healthcare by maintaining high standards for certifying nurse practitioners holding masters degrees and a nurse practitioner's license.

Beginning in 2010, the ABCM's Cardiovascular Nurse Practitioner Subspecialty Cardiology Board Certification Examination in cardiovascular diseases will be held in March at the annual Cardiovascular Nursing Conference scheduled for Phoenix, AZ.   Before March, 2010, qualified candidates wanting to sit for the Board Exams may do so, with the use of a local area proctor selected by the ABCM.  Exam are available Monday through Friday, excluding national holidays. 

The CVNP Subspecialty Cardiology Board Certification Exam:

This examination consists of 432 questions to be answered over an eight hour period.  The examination includes a section of single best answer type questions, true-false, an electrocardiographic (ECG) component section containing 18 emergency ECGs, and a cardiovascular imaging component. 

Most questions are based on the presentation of clinical vignettes in outpatient settings, emergency departments, and in coronary care units.  The presentations are meant to stimulate real-life situations and may be very detailed. 

Also included on the examination are questions on basic cardiac and vascular physiology and pharmacology.  These questions are usually directly applicable to clinical management of patients, such as the mode of action of anti-arrhythmic agents, cholesterol metabolism, and vascular wall biology.  Disease diagnosis, pathophysiology, and patient management—rather than isolated facts about cardiology—are stressed.  The indications for and potential complications associated with cardiac procedures are emphasized rather than the technical aspects of the procedures.  The clinical application lessons learned from the major cardiology trials are important.  Correct management of emergency situations is frequently tested and, in many cases, is considered a core competence.

In general, a moderately conservative approach to the invasive investigations and treatments is appropriate.  The guidelines of the American College of Cardiology/American Heart Association for specific cardiology investigations and treatments should be know in detail.

Candidates are expected to be able to interpret complex ECG’s and pacemaker strips, hemodynamic recordings, coronary angiograms, ventriculograms, chest radiographs, and echocardiograms (including Doppler examinations). 

Basic electrophysiologic recordings, including His bundle electrograms, may be tested.  Basic computed tomographic scans, positron emission tomographic scans, nuclear scans, and classic endomyocardial biopsy specimens may also be shown as part of the clinical vignette. 

It is extremely important to study the ECG answer sheet supplied when you register for the exam
(will be emailed), as the ABCM will use this diagnostic answer sheet to test your ECG knowledge. 

The first 100 Nurse Practitioners to sit for the exam will enjoy a reduced registration fee of $250.   
After the first 100 have been tested, the exam fees will go up to their normal rate of $375.  We appreciate
those who are willing to be among the first to sit for this new Subspecialty Cardiology Board Certification Exam
designed specifically for Nurse Practitioners. 

CVNP Level IV - Subspecialty Cardiology Board Certification Exam for Nurse Practitioners

Prerequisite: Exam Candidates are eligible for this exam if they currently hold a masters degree or higher and are practicing as a Nurse Practitioner.       


CVNP Level IV Subspecialty Cardiology Board Certification Exam Application Takes Only Three Easy Steps:
1.  Show proof of current Nurse Practitioner licensure
2.  Fill out the online application below and submit in an e-mail
3.  Pay your application fee online below by clicking on the Buy Now button and use a credit card over a secure network.

Turn Around Time: 
As soon as the ABCM receives your information, we will validate your application and locate your proctor.  This total process should not take more than 3 weeks from start to completion with your certificate in hand. 

To Apply: 
Copy the 24 items below and paste in the body of an e-mail to jcooper17@tampabay.rr.com and then answer the questions and send the e-mail.  If you prefer, print out the questions, answer and mail the application to ABCM, P.O. Box 3395, Riverview, FL 33568.

FIRST 100 EXAM CANDIDATES PAY $250, AFTER THIS, THE FEE
WILL GO TO ITS NORMAL PRICE OF $375.  When you see the price go up, we will
have tested 100 Nurse Practitioners with the Exam. IV EXAMS HERE FOR $375. 

FILL OUT THE APPLICATION BELOW FOR THE CVNP LEVEL IV SUBSPECIALTY CARDIOLOGY BOARD CERTIFICATION EXAM AND SUBMIT BY E-MAIL TO:   jcooper17@tampabay.rr.com

1.  Date of this application:

2.  Approximate date and location you would like to take the exam: 

3.   First Name:

4.  Middle Initial: 

5.  Last Name: 

6.  Identify your academic degree(s):  Example, Sandra Hagerstrom, MD, RN, etc.

7.  Identify professional credentials you currently hold: Example: ANP, CNP, ARNP, CCRN, CVRN, CNS, etc.

8.  Nurse Practitioner license number:

9.  Home Address:

10.  City:

11.  State:

12.  Zip:

13.  Work and Home Phones: 

14.  Work and Home E-mails:

16.  Name of Current Employer:

17.  Address of Employer:

18.  Name and phone number of direct supervisor:

19.  How long have you worked as a nurse practitioner in cardiology?

20.  What area of cardiology do you work in?

21.  How many hours per week do you work in cardiology?

22.  Where did you receive your nurse practitioner training and license from?

23.  Please provide your nurse practitioner license number and the state licensed in and the licensing authority:   

24.  Name, phone number, and email address of your hospital librarian and/or computer lab director.    

THANK YOU FOR YOUR APPLICATION