Clinical Nurse Specialist – $76,000
About Clinical Nurse Specialists
A clinical nurse specialist (CNS) is an advanced practice RN who functions as a health care provider, educator, consultant, researcher, leader/administrator and/or case manager. It is the CNS who often sets the standards for quality patient care; trouble shoots problems and crises; anticipates complications and helps to prevent their development; and views the individual, family or group within the context of a whole system. The CNS usually has a specialty practice area such as diabetes, cardiology, respiratory, pediatrics or psychiatric-mental health.
Median Annual Salary
$76,209. Find Clinical Nurse Specialists Jobs .
Educational Requirements
Master’s or Ph.D. in a clinical nursing specialty. There is also a CNS certification process provided by the American Nurses Credentialing Center.
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National Association of Clinical Nurse Specialists
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