How do they match: Clinical Nurse Specialists

Direct nursing staff in the provision of patient care in a clinical practice setting, such as a hospital, hospice, clinic, or home. Ensure adherence to established clinical policies, protocols, regulations, and standards.

Chair nursing departments or committees.
Design evaluation programs regarding the quality and effectiveness of nursing practice or organizational systems.
Develop nursing service philosophies, goals, policies, priorities, or procedures.
Develop, implement, or evaluate standards of nursing practice in specialty area, such as pediatrics, acute care, and geriatrics.
Direct or supervise nursing care staff in the provision of patient therapy.
Evaluate the quality and effectiveness of nursing practice or organizational systems.
Identify training needs or conduct training sessions for nursing students or medical staff.
Instruct nursing staff in areas such as the assessment, development, implementation, and evaluation of disability, illness, management, technology, or resources.
Lead nursing department implementation of, or compliance with, regulatory or accreditation processes.
Participate in clinical research projects, such as by reviewing protocols, reviewing patient records, monitoring compliance, and meeting with regulatory authorities.
Read current literature, talk with colleagues, or participate in professional organizations or conferences to keep abreast of developments in nursing.
Write nursing orders.

Manage healthcare operations.
Establish nursing policies or standards.
Follow protocols or regulations for healthcare activities.
Monitor medical facility activities to ensure adherence to standards or regulations.

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