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Clinical Nurse Specialist Healthcare Taxonomy Code 364SR0400X
As of today, the following are the total number of Rehabilitation Clinical Nurse Specialists nationally, in your State, and near your location.
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Medicare
The following are the total number of Rehabilitation Clinical Nurse Specialists who accept Medicare in your State, the number who have opted out of Medicare, and the total number excluded from participation in Medicare nationwide.
The diagram below shows all the Rehabilitation Clinical Nurse Specialists across the country, represented by blue bubbles. The larger the bubble, the greater the concentration of providers in that area. Red bubbles represent Medicare-excluded providers, with the larger bubbles indicating a higher percentage of excluded providers in that region. You can change the bubble size to be based on exclusions from the Size menu.
What do Rehabilitation Clinical Nurse Specialists do?
A Rehabilitation Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) is an advanced practice registered nurse with a master’s or doctoral degree who specializes in helping patients with disabling injuries or chronic illnesses regain function and independence.
They provide patient-centered care, coordinate treatment with a multidisciplinary team, act as advocates, and offer education to patients and their families throughout the entire rehabilitation journey, from acute care through post-acute and community-based settings.
What they do
Patient Care & Education: Provide direct and indirect care; educate patients and their families on managing their condition; and instruct them on using community resources.
Care Coordination: Collaborate with other specialists, including physical, occupational, and speech therapists, to develop and implement comprehensive, personalized rehabilitation plans.
Advocacy: Serve as a patient advocate to ensure they receive appropriate and timely rehabilitation services, supporting their return to work, school, or other daily activities.
Goal Setting: Collaborate with patients to establish realistic goals that maximize their independence and promote overall wellness.
Consultation & Research: Serve as a consultant to other nurses and healthcare providers, sharing their expertise to enhance rehabilitation practices and improve patient outcomes.
Education
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN): A BSN is a prerequisite for master’s or doctoral programs.
- Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP): An advanced degree with a specialization in a nursing field is required for a CNS role.
- Advanced Practice Nursing: A CNS is an advanced-practice registered nurse, who is a specific designation for those with master’s or doctoral degrees.
Environment
Rehabilitation CNSs work in a variety of settings, including Hospitals, Clinics, Rehabilitation facilities, home healthcare agencies, and Long-term care facilities.