The NIHSS (National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale) credential for nursing professionals is an established program designed to provide nurses with the knowledge and skills needed to effectively assess and manage patients with stroke. It is a standardized stroke scale based on an assessment of impairment of neurological function and impairment severity.
The NIHSS credential for nursing professionals emphasizes the importance of evidence-based practice, providing nurses with an opportunity to demonstrate competency in stroke assessment and management. The credential also helps ensure the highest level of safety and care for stroke patients. Studies have shown that the use of the NIHSS has helped to reduce the number of complications resulting from stroke, thereby providing better prognoses for stroke patients. The credential is endorsed by the American Heart Association, signaling its value to health institutions, as well as nursing professionals and stroke patients.
