Clinical nurse specialist CNS
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The objective of this study was to explore the nurses' knowledge and perceptions of the Rapid Response Team (RRT). ⋯ The results of this study suggest that education is needed on early identification of the unstable patient and the early insidious signs seen in diseases such as sepsis.
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The purpose of this review article was to examine the efficacy of an early mobilization protocol in hospitalized medical-surgical inpatient population. ⋯ Our review indicated that the greatest impact of early mobilization is through standardized mobility protocols or programs. Clinical nurse specialists are experts in leading and sustaining standardized protocols or programs pertaining to a nurse-sensitive outcome such as mobility.
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From unit based to population focused: transforming the role of oncology clinical nurse specialists.
The aim of this study was to describe how the clinical nurse specialist (CNS) role can be positioned to proactively plan and facilitate evidenced-based best practices in collaboration with a transdisciplinary, population-focused team that manages the patient across the cancer care continuum. This model capitalizes on the spheres of CNS practice (patient, nurse, and organization) through the functional roles of the CNS (clinical expert, researcher, educator, and consultant) to maximize quality care. ⋯ Healthcare organizations need to examine various roles for opportunities to focus on incorporating evidenced-based practices that will result in improved patient care and satisfaction.