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Clinical Nurse Specialist Healthcare Taxonomy Code 364SL0600X
As of today, the following are the total number of Long-Term Care Clinical Nurse Specialists nationally, in your state, and near your location.
Medicare
The following are the total number of Long-Term Care 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.
Alaska – Alabama – Armed Forces Pacific – Arkansas – American Samoa – Arizona – California – Colorado – Connecticut – District of Columbia – Delaware – Florida – Federated States of Micronesia – Georgia – Guam – Hawaii – Iowa – Idaho – Illinois – Indiana – Kansas – Kentucky – Louisiana – Massachusetts – Maryland – Maine – Marshall Islands – Michigan – Minnesota – Missouri – Northern Mariana Islands – Mississippi – Montana – North Carolina – North Dakota – Nebraska – New Hampshire – New Jersey – New Mexico – Nevada – New York – Ohio – Oklahoma – Oregon – Pennsylvania – Puerto Rico – Palau – Rhode Island – South Carolina – South Dakota – Tennessee – Texas – Utah – Virginia – Virgin Islands – Vermont – Washington – Wisconsin – West Virginia – Wyoming
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What do Long-Term Care Clinical Nurse Specialists do?
A Long-Term Care Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) is an advanced practice registered nurse with specialized expertise in geriatric and chronic care, focusing on improving patient outcomes through direct patient care, leading evidence-based practice changes, optimizing organizational systems, and educating other nurses and family members within a long-term care setting.
They address the complex physical, emotional, and psychosocial needs of residents with long-term conditions, acting as patient advocates and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to create comprehensive care plans.
What they do
Direct Patient Care: Providing expert care to residents, including assessing their health, implementing care plans, and managing complex chronic conditions.
Evidence-Based Practice: Leading initiatives to incorporate research and evidence-based practices into the long-term care facility, enhancing the quality of care.
Consultation and Leadership: Acting as a clinical consultant to other nurses, healthcare professionals, and the organization, providing expertise in geriatrics and long-term care.
Education and Training: Educating staff nurses, families, and caregivers about the specific needs and care strategies for residents with chronic conditions.
Advocacy: Championing patient wishes and ensuring their needs are respected within the care process.
System Improvement: Working to optimize healthcare systems and organizational processes to improve patient care and outcomes within the facility.
Specializations
A CNS specializes in a chosen clinical area, which, in long-term care, would focus on the adult and gerontological populations.
This involves a deep understanding of the unique complexities of caring for older adults with multiple comorbidities and the nuanced aspects of chronic illness management.
Qualifications
Education: A CNS is an advanced practice registered nurse prepared by a master’s, doctoral, or post-graduate certificate program.
Advanced Practice Role: CNSs are one of the four types of Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRNs) and serve as experts and leaders in their chosen specialty.
Impact: They play a vital role in improving patient care outcomes and contributing to the efficiency and effectiveness of long-term care facilities.