Clinical Nurse Specialist
The Clinical Nurse Specialist – An Expert in the Field
A clinical nurse specialist (CNS) is a nurse who has moved beyond the baccalaureate, staff nurse level and into the world of nursing specialty. The CNS typically holds a master’s degree that provided education in the care and treatment of specific categories of patient population. These areas might include cardiovascular medicine, neonatal care, geriatric treatment, or in-house areas of specialty such as critical care, emergency room work, or the surgical environment.
Depending on the job situation, a clinical nurse specialist may well have duties that extend beyond the general practice of nursing. They may have management responsibilities within a unit (such as neonatal care) or may find themselves involved in teaching or research if they are working in a university-affiliated hospital. Nurses with the degree of expertise associated with a clinical care specialist also will provide consultation on cases where their skills and experience apply.
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