BCEN Updates

Celebrating BCEN’s 45th Anniversary

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Celebrating the Board of Certification for Emergency Nursing (BCEN)’s 45th Anniversary

Elevating Emergency Nursing Expertise Since 1980

July 19, 2025 marks the 45th anniversary of emergency nursing certification. Whether you’ve been part of our journey since the Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN) credential first launched in 1980, or you’re new to the BCEN community—we’re celebrating YOU and your incredible commitment to the nursing profession!

With over 60,000 active credentials held by over 50,000 RNs today, BCEN certified nurses have impacted countless patients, organizations, and communities worldwide. Thank you for being a part of BCEN’s history of nursing excellence, achievement, and impact.


45% Off Select BCEN Gear July 19-26, 2025

Celebrate 45 years of emergency nursing certification with $4.50 flat rate shipping and 45% off select BCEN merchandise, now through Saturday, July 26!*

Scatter Joy Foldaway Tote - BCEN07

‘Scatter Joy’ Foldaway Tote

Prescribe Joy Tritan® Bottle - BCEN05
‘Prescribe Joy’ Water Bottle
BCEN Men's 1/4-Zip Pullover - BCEN02

BCEN Certifications ¼-Zip Pullover (Men’s and Ladies fit available)

#Certified Superstar T-shirt - CND101

‘Certified Superstar’ T-shirt

World Needs More Nurses Multi-Purpose Carryall - BCEN06
‘World Needs More Nurses’ Carryall Bag
#Certified Superstar Pen - CND102

‘Certified Superstar’ Pen

CEN Badge Enhancement - CEN12

Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN) Badge

CEN Men's Quarter Zip - CEN07
CEN ¼-Zip Pullover (Men’s and Ladies fit available)
CEN Unisex Tee - CEN16

Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN) T-shirt

CPEN Badge Enhancement - CPEN15

Certified Pediatric Emergency Nurse (CPEN) Badge

CPEN Ladies Half Zip - CPEN13
CPEN ¼-Zip Pullover (Men’s and Ladies fit available)
CPEN Unisex Tee - CPEN12

Certified Pediatric Emergency Nurse (CPEN) T-shirt

CPEN Roll, Clip and Go Lunch Tote - CPEN11

Certified Pediatric Emergency Nurse (CPEN) Lunch Tote

CFRN Men's Quarter Zip - CFRN15
CFRN ¼-Zip Pullovers (Men’s and Ladies fit available)

CFRN Unisex Tee - CFRN13

Certified Flight Registered Nurse (CFRN) T-shirt

CFRN Roll, Clip and Go Lunch Tote - CFRN12

Certified Flight Registered Nurse (CFRN) Lunch Tote

TCRN Badge Enhancement - TCRN15
Trauma Certified Registered Nurse (TCRN) Badge
TCRN Ladies Half Zip - TCRN07

TCRN ¼-Zip Pullover (Men’s and Ladies fit available)

TCRN Unisex Tee - TCRN14

Trauma Certified Registered Nurse (TCRN) T-shirt

CTRN Unisex Tee - CTRN10
Certified Transport Registered Nurse (CTRN) T-shirt
CBRN Unisex Tee - CBRN03

Certified Burn Registered Nurse (CBRN) T-shirt

*$4.50 flat rate shipping and 45% off select BCEN merchandise available July 19-26, 2025. Discount valid through 11:59pm CT on Saturday, July 26 or while supplies last.

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