DakotAbilities' Director of Nursing Earns CDDN Credentials

Congratulations to our Director of Nursing, Marty Jolley! Marty committed considerable time studying to earn her credentials as a Certified Developmental Disabilities Nurse (CDDN). The designation is awarded by the Developmental Disabilities Nurses Association’s Certification Committee and Board of Directors.

Marty received this notification from the DDNA:

“The DDNA Certification Committee and Board of Directors congratulate you on your success and welcome you to the elite group of Certified Developmental Disabilities Nurses. Your certification in intellectual and developmental disabilities nursing is an important professional credential. It demonstrates that you have extensive experience in the field of I/DD nursing and that you possess considerable expertise in supporting persons with I/DD, and that you provide nursing support in accordance with the established standards of DD nursing practice.”

What are the personal attributes of a CDDN-accredited nurse?

• Ability to relate comfortably, confidently, and effectively with individuals with DD;
• Sincere interest in supporting individuals with DD and in the provision of humanitarian, sophisticated, and quality care;
• Ability to pinpoint problems and implement effective action toward their solution;
• Ability to motivate change in others;
• Ability to work in team situations with other professionals in various disciplines and with individuals with DD;
• A positive attitude toward individuals with DD and their care;
• Adherence to values and ethics commonly associated with professionals having access to confidential and sensitive client/consumer information;
• Ability to serve all individuals without discrimination as to race, color, creed, age, gender, sexual orientation, or abilities.

Source: DDNA.org