Track 12: Clinical Nursing Specialists
CLINICAL NURSING 2019 | SINGAPORE Clinical Nurse Specialists (CNSs) provide direct care to patients in one of a range of specialties, such as pediatrics, geriatrics, emergency care , and oncology. CNSs may also serve as consultants, assisting other medical professionals working to improve patient outcomes and influence all levels of care. Responsibilities: Observes patient condition and diagnoses problems and illnesses Orders medical tests and evaluates results Treats diseases, injuries, and disabilities associated with the area of expertise Advises nurses and other medical staff members on patient care issues Promotes disease prevention and wellness Conducts research to further knowledge about the area of specialty Conducts physical exams Specialization: Adult Health Adult Psychiatric and Mental Health Child/Adolescent Psychological and Mental Health Diabetes Management Gerontology Home Health Pediatrics Public and Community Health Inviting Clinical Nu