Clinical Nurse Specialist Toolkit: A Guide for the New Clinical Nurse Specialist

Duffy, Melanie MSN, RN, CCRN

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Book Information
Edition:	1st
Publisher:	Springer Publishing Company, Incorporated
ISBN:	0-8261-1835-6 (0826118356)
ISBN-13:	978-0-8261-1835-6 (9780826118356)
New Edition:	0-8261-7191-5
Binding:	Spiral
Copyright:	2009
Publish Date:	03/09
Weight:	0.74 Lbs.
Pages:	192
Carton Quantity:	42
Subject Class:	N-A (Nursing Administration and Education)
Remarks:	A New Edition of this Title is Available
Doody Star Rating:	4
Return Policy:	Non-Returnable.
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Contributing Authors:	View
ProQuest Ebook Central:	Available in ProQuest Ebook Central™ View

Class Specifications
Discipline:	Nursing
Subject Definition:	Nurse Clinicians; Nurse's Role; Nursing Care
NLM Class:	WY 128
LC Class:	RT82.8
Abstract:	This toolkit is a concise and handy reference guide designed for those new graduates and novice Clinical Nurse Specialists (CNS) just getting started in this exciting new career. Containing all the essential information a new CNS needs to know, this tool-kit serves as a one-stop, all-inclusive guide for the CNS. Organized in an easy-to-use, bullet-point format, this book contains 6 sections, each filled with key topics and relevant information, including how to: Negotiate and secure a job; Mentor staff, lead groups, and precept students; Apply for reimbursement; Pursue certification and licensure; Document clinical outcomes; Develop a budget; and Reach out to professional organizations and community agencies. The book is composed of clinical examples, case scenarios, and personal anecdotes culled from the contributors' own professional experiences. All CNS students and practitioners will find this toolkit to be an indispensable resource.