A clinical nurse specialist (CNS) is a healthcare worker who can provide expert advice related to specific conditions or treatment pathways.
United States
In the United States a CNS is an advanced practice registered nurse (APRN), with graduate preparation (earned master's or doctorate) from a program that prepares CNSs. The National Association of Clinical Nurse Specialists (NACNS) announced in July 2015 its endorsement of proposals for the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) as the required degree for CNS entry into practice by 2030. According to the Consensus Model for APRN Regulation (2008), "The CNS has a unique APRN role to integrate care across the continuum and through three spheres of influence: patient, nurse, system. The three spheres are overlapping and interrelated but each sphere possesses a distinctive focus. In each of the spheres of influence, the primary goal of the CNS is continuous improvement of patient outcomes and nursing care. Key elements of CNS practice are to create environments through mentoring and (p. 8) system changes that empower nurses to develop caring, evidence-based practices to alleviate patient distress, facilitate ethical decision-making, and respond to diversity. The CNS is responsible and accountable for diagnosis and treatment of health/illness states, disease management, health promotion, and prevention of illness and risk behaviors among individuals, families, groups, and communities." (p.9). CNSs are clinical experts in a specialized area of nursing practice and in the delivery of evidence-based nursing interventions.
A Day in the Life of a Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS)
Dr. Michelle Patch, DNP Clinical Nurse Specialist track coordinator describes a day in the life of a CNS.
nursing.jhu.edu/Patch
nursing.jhu.edu/CNS
published: 01 Dec 2020
What does a Clinical Nurse Specialist Do? Health Care Outlook featuring Dr. Michelle Patch
“Health Care Outlook” is an expert series featuring Johns Hopkins nursing faculty members who are redefining nursing through their innovation, leadership, research, practice, and service, both within their specialty areas and the profession as a whole.
Learn more:
https://nursing.jhu.edu/academics/programs/doctoral/msn-dnp/dnp-clinical/index.html
published: 16 Nov 2020
Christine Tran - Clinical Nurse Specialist
Christine shares what it's like to work as a CNS at MSK.
Discover how you can make a difference every day: careers.mskcc.org.
published: 03 Sep 2019
Program Overview: Clinical Nurse Specialist
What is a Clinical Nurse Specialist? Learn more about the CNS program at the Michigan State University College of Nursing.
published: 14 Dec 2022
MSK Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) Information Session
Discover the role of Clinical Nurse Specialists (CNS) at Memorial Sloan Kettering! Watch this insightful information session where you'll hear directly from our experienced CNS Team about the rewarding role of a CNS in our institution. Whether you're a seasoned nursing professional or a nursing student eager to learn, this session offers valuable insights into the specialized world of CNS. Gain firsthand knowledge and explore the unique opportunities awaiting you in this dynamic field.
View open CNS roles at www.careers.mskcc.org.
published: 06 Jun 2024
The Role of a Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) | Ep. 06 | Highlight
An overview of the role of a Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS). Special guest, Scott Darrah, MSN, APRN, ACCNS-AG, takes us through both the high-level and day-to-day responsibilities of a CNS, detailing patient and staff interactions during each shift.
Watch the full episode: https://youtu.be/2_uRL0EDCMM
Learn more about the show: https://www.americanmobile.com/nursin...
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ABOUT:
Scott has been a nurse for 11 years and has bedside experience in Critical Care Medicine and Advanced Practice Experience in patient care transitions to Acute Care General Medicine. Scott leverages his experience prior to nursing school to connect with patients in genuine ways. His clinical passions lie in empowering frontline nurses to connect ...
published: 05 Aug 2021
What is a Clinical Nurse Specialist ... Really?
Maybe you've heard the term "clinical nurse specialist" or "CNS" before but are not exactly sure how that differs from a nurse practitioner or nurse educator. In this episode, Kati interviews Dr. Mitzi Saunders, PhD, APRN, ACNS-BC, the President of the National Association of Clinical Nurse Specialists, and they discuss:
- The definition of a CNS and how the CNS supports the bedside nurse
- CNS vs. NP
- A typical day in the life of a CNS
- The educational pathway to CNS
-Tips and encouragement from Mitzi
For the complete FreshRN guide on how to become a CNS, click here: https://www.freshrn.com/how-to-become-a-cns
Sign-up for the FreshRN newsletter: https://www.freshrn.com/email-sign-up/
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published: 14 Mar 2024
Why are you a Clinical Nurse Specialist? Health Care Outlook featuring Dr. Michelle Patch
“Health Care Outlook” is an expert series featuring Johns Hopkins nursing faculty members who are redefining nursing through their innovation, leadership, research, practice, and service, both within their specialty areas and the profession as a whole.
Learn more: https://nursing.jhu.edu/academics/programs/doctoral/msn-dnp/dnp-clinical/index.html
published: 16 Nov 2020
EMHS ICU RECRUITMENT 2024 at Royal Perth Hospital and Armadale Hospital
East Metropolitan Health Service (EMHS) is looking to recruit nurses to work in the dynamic and fast-paced intensive care units (ICU) at Royal Perth Hospital and Armadale Hospital.
Learn about our health service and hear from nurses currently working and thriving in our ICUs – nurses, who moved to Perth from countries such as Ireland, the UK and India.
#RPBG
#EMHS
#EastMetrolpolitanHealthService
#ICU
#Recruitment
#RoyalPerth
#Perth
#WesternAustralia
#Hospital
#ComeJoinUs
#IntensiveCareUnit
#Doctor
#Nurse
#Medical
published: 20 Sep 2024
Clinical Nurse Specialist Program at Johns Hopkins
Alumna Emily Warren talks about the role of the clinical nurse specialist and her experience at the Johns Hopkins School of Nursing.
“Health Care Outlook” is an expert series featuring Johns Hopkins nursing faculty members who are redefining nursing through their innovation, leadership, resea...
“Health Care Outlook” is an expert series featuring Johns Hopkins nursing faculty members who are redefining nursing through their innovation, leadership, research, practice, and service, both within their specialty areas and the profession as a whole.
Learn more:
https://nursing.jhu.edu/academics/programs/doctoral/msn-dnp/dnp-clinical/index.html
“Health Care Outlook” is an expert series featuring Johns Hopkins nursing faculty members who are redefining nursing through their innovation, leadership, research, practice, and service, both within their specialty areas and the profession as a whole.
Learn more:
https://nursing.jhu.edu/academics/programs/doctoral/msn-dnp/dnp-clinical/index.html
Discover the role of Clinical Nurse Specialists (CNS) at Memorial Sloan Kettering! Watch this insightful information session where you'll hear directly from our...
Discover the role of Clinical Nurse Specialists (CNS) at Memorial Sloan Kettering! Watch this insightful information session where you'll hear directly from our experienced CNS Team about the rewarding role of a CNS in our institution. Whether you're a seasoned nursing professional or a nursing student eager to learn, this session offers valuable insights into the specialized world of CNS. Gain firsthand knowledge and explore the unique opportunities awaiting you in this dynamic field.
View open CNS roles at www.careers.mskcc.org.
Discover the role of Clinical Nurse Specialists (CNS) at Memorial Sloan Kettering! Watch this insightful information session where you'll hear directly from our experienced CNS Team about the rewarding role of a CNS in our institution. Whether you're a seasoned nursing professional or a nursing student eager to learn, this session offers valuable insights into the specialized world of CNS. Gain firsthand knowledge and explore the unique opportunities awaiting you in this dynamic field.
View open CNS roles at www.careers.mskcc.org.
An overview of the role of a Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS). Special guest, Scott Darrah, MSN, APRN, ACCNS-AG, takes us through both the high-level and day-to-...
An overview of the role of a Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS). Special guest, Scott Darrah, MSN, APRN, ACCNS-AG, takes us through both the high-level and day-to-day responsibilities of a CNS, detailing patient and staff interactions during each shift.
Watch the full episode: https://youtu.be/2_uRL0EDCMM
Learn more about the show: https://www.americanmobile.com/nursin...
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ABOUT:
Scott has been a nurse for 11 years and has bedside experience in Critical Care Medicine and Advanced Practice Experience in patient care transitions to Acute Care General Medicine. Scott leverages his experience prior to nursing school to connect with patients in genuine ways. His clinical passions lie in empowering frontline nurses to connect meaningful healthcare to their patients. Scott helped develop clinical pathways to care for COVID patients over the past year synthesizing frontline needs and interdisciplinary connectivity to produce top-decile outcomes for patients.
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An overview of the role of a Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS). Special guest, Scott Darrah, MSN, APRN, ACCNS-AG, takes us through both the high-level and day-to-day responsibilities of a CNS, detailing patient and staff interactions during each shift.
Watch the full episode: https://youtu.be/2_uRL0EDCMM
Learn more about the show: https://www.americanmobile.com/nursin...
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ABOUT:
Scott has been a nurse for 11 years and has bedside experience in Critical Care Medicine and Advanced Practice Experience in patient care transitions to Acute Care General Medicine. Scott leverages his experience prior to nursing school to connect with patients in genuine ways. His clinical passions lie in empowering frontline nurses to connect meaningful healthcare to their patients. Scott helped develop clinical pathways to care for COVID patients over the past year synthesizing frontline needs and interdisciplinary connectivity to produce top-decile outcomes for patients.
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Website - https://www.americanmobile.com/nursin...
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YouTube -https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClBH...
Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...
Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1btLYaM...
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ABOUT THE SHOW:
Producer – Jonathan Cary
Assistant Producer – Katie Schrauben
Show Notes – Sam MacKay
Music & Editing – Aidan Dykes
Powered by American Mobile
Maybe you've heard the term "clinical nurse specialist" or "CNS" before but are not exactly sure how that differs from a nurse practitioner or nurse educator. I...
Maybe you've heard the term "clinical nurse specialist" or "CNS" before but are not exactly sure how that differs from a nurse practitioner or nurse educator. In this episode, Kati interviews Dr. Mitzi Saunders, PhD, APRN, ACNS-BC, the President of the National Association of Clinical Nurse Specialists, and they discuss:
- The definition of a CNS and how the CNS supports the bedside nurse
- CNS vs. NP
- A typical day in the life of a CNS
- The educational pathway to CNS
-Tips and encouragement from Mitzi
For the complete FreshRN guide on how to become a CNS, click here: https://www.freshrn.com/how-to-become-a-cns
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Maybe you've heard the term "clinical nurse specialist" or "CNS" before but are not exactly sure how that differs from a nurse practitioner or nurse educator. In this episode, Kati interviews Dr. Mitzi Saunders, PhD, APRN, ACNS-BC, the President of the National Association of Clinical Nurse Specialists, and they discuss:
- The definition of a CNS and how the CNS supports the bedside nurse
- CNS vs. NP
- A typical day in the life of a CNS
- The educational pathway to CNS
-Tips and encouragement from Mitzi
For the complete FreshRN guide on how to become a CNS, click here: https://www.freshrn.com/how-to-become-a-cns
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“Health Care Outlook” is an expert series featuring Johns Hopkins nursing faculty members who are redefining nursing through their innovation, leadership, resea...
“Health Care Outlook” is an expert series featuring Johns Hopkins nursing faculty members who are redefining nursing through their innovation, leadership, research, practice, and service, both within their specialty areas and the profession as a whole.
Learn more: https://nursing.jhu.edu/academics/programs/doctoral/msn-dnp/dnp-clinical/index.html
“Health Care Outlook” is an expert series featuring Johns Hopkins nursing faculty members who are redefining nursing through their innovation, leadership, research, practice, and service, both within their specialty areas and the profession as a whole.
Learn more: https://nursing.jhu.edu/academics/programs/doctoral/msn-dnp/dnp-clinical/index.html
East Metropolitan Health Service (EMHS) is looking to recruit nurses to work in the dynamic and fast-paced intensive care units (ICU) at Royal Perth Hospital an...
East Metropolitan Health Service (EMHS) is looking to recruit nurses to work in the dynamic and fast-paced intensive care units (ICU) at Royal Perth Hospital and Armadale Hospital.
Learn about our health service and hear from nurses currently working and thriving in our ICUs – nurses, who moved to Perth from countries such as Ireland, the UK and India.
#RPBG
#EMHS
#EastMetrolpolitanHealthService
#ICU
#Recruitment
#RoyalPerth
#Perth
#WesternAustralia
#Hospital
#ComeJoinUs
#IntensiveCareUnit
#Doctor
#Nurse
#Medical
East Metropolitan Health Service (EMHS) is looking to recruit nurses to work in the dynamic and fast-paced intensive care units (ICU) at Royal Perth Hospital and Armadale Hospital.
Learn about our health service and hear from nurses currently working and thriving in our ICUs – nurses, who moved to Perth from countries such as Ireland, the UK and India.
#RPBG
#EMHS
#EastMetrolpolitanHealthService
#ICU
#Recruitment
#RoyalPerth
#Perth
#WesternAustralia
#Hospital
#ComeJoinUs
#IntensiveCareUnit
#Doctor
#Nurse
#Medical
“Health Care Outlook” is an expert series featuring Johns Hopkins nursing faculty members who are redefining nursing through their innovation, leadership, research, practice, and service, both within their specialty areas and the profession as a whole.
Learn more:
https://nursing.jhu.edu/academics/programs/doctoral/msn-dnp/dnp-clinical/index.html
Discover the role of Clinical Nurse Specialists (CNS) at Memorial Sloan Kettering! Watch this insightful information session where you'll hear directly from our experienced CNS Team about the rewarding role of a CNS in our institution. Whether you're a seasoned nursing professional or a nursing student eager to learn, this session offers valuable insights into the specialized world of CNS. Gain firsthand knowledge and explore the unique opportunities awaiting you in this dynamic field.
View open CNS roles at www.careers.mskcc.org.
An overview of the role of a Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS). Special guest, Scott Darrah, MSN, APRN, ACCNS-AG, takes us through both the high-level and day-to-day responsibilities of a CNS, detailing patient and staff interactions during each shift.
Watch the full episode: https://youtu.be/2_uRL0EDCMM
Learn more about the show: https://www.americanmobile.com/nursin...
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ABOUT:
Scott has been a nurse for 11 years and has bedside experience in Critical Care Medicine and Advanced Practice Experience in patient care transitions to Acute Care General Medicine. Scott leverages his experience prior to nursing school to connect with patients in genuine ways. His clinical passions lie in empowering frontline nurses to connect meaningful healthcare to their patients. Scott helped develop clinical pathways to care for COVID patients over the past year synthesizing frontline needs and interdisciplinary connectivity to produce top-decile outcomes for patients.
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FIND US ON:
Website - https://www.americanmobile.com/nursin...
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/nursingunch...
YouTube -https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClBH...
Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...
Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1btLYaM...
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ABOUT THE SHOW:
Producer – Jonathan Cary
Assistant Producer – Katie Schrauben
Show Notes – Sam MacKay
Music & Editing – Aidan Dykes
Powered by American Mobile
Maybe you've heard the term "clinical nurse specialist" or "CNS" before but are not exactly sure how that differs from a nurse practitioner or nurse educator. In this episode, Kati interviews Dr. Mitzi Saunders, PhD, APRN, ACNS-BC, the President of the National Association of Clinical Nurse Specialists, and they discuss:
- The definition of a CNS and how the CNS supports the bedside nurse
- CNS vs. NP
- A typical day in the life of a CNS
- The educational pathway to CNS
-Tips and encouragement from Mitzi
For the complete FreshRN guide on how to become a CNS, click here: https://www.freshrn.com/how-to-become-a-cns
Sign-up for the FreshRN newsletter: https://www.freshrn.com/email-sign-up/
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“Health Care Outlook” is an expert series featuring Johns Hopkins nursing faculty members who are redefining nursing through their innovation, leadership, research, practice, and service, both within their specialty areas and the profession as a whole.
Learn more: https://nursing.jhu.edu/academics/programs/doctoral/msn-dnp/dnp-clinical/index.html
East Metropolitan Health Service (EMHS) is looking to recruit nurses to work in the dynamic and fast-paced intensive care units (ICU) at Royal Perth Hospital and Armadale Hospital.
Learn about our health service and hear from nurses currently working and thriving in our ICUs – nurses, who moved to Perth from countries such as Ireland, the UK and India.
#RPBG
#EMHS
#EastMetrolpolitanHealthService
#ICU
#Recruitment
#RoyalPerth
#Perth
#WesternAustralia
#Hospital
#ComeJoinUs
#IntensiveCareUnit
#Doctor
#Nurse
#Medical
A clinical nurse specialist (CNS) is a healthcare worker who can provide expert advice related to specific conditions or treatment pathways.
United States
In the United States a CNS is an advanced practice registered nurse (APRN), with graduate preparation (earned master's or doctorate) from a program that prepares CNSs. The National Association of Clinical Nurse Specialists (NACNS) announced in July 2015 its endorsement of proposals for the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) as the required degree for CNS entry into practice by 2030. According to the Consensus Model for APRN Regulation (2008), "The CNS has a unique APRN role to integrate care across the continuum and through three spheres of influence: patient, nurse, system. The three spheres are overlapping and interrelated but each sphere possesses a distinctive focus. In each of the spheres of influence, the primary goal of the CNS is continuous improvement of patient outcomes and nursing care. Key elements of CNS practice are to create environments through mentoring and (p. 8) system changes that empower nurses to develop caring, evidence-based practices to alleviate patient distress, facilitate ethical decision-making, and respond to diversity. The CNS is responsible and accountable for diagnosis and treatment of health/illness states, disease management, health promotion, and prevention of illness and risk behaviors among individuals, families, groups, and communities." (p.9). CNSs are clinical experts in a specialized area of nursing practice and in the delivery of evidence-based nursing interventions.