{"product_id":"clinical-nurse-specialist-toolkit-a-guide-for-the-new-clinical-nurse-specialist-9780826171917","title":"Clinical Nurse Specialist Toolkit: A Guide for the New Clinical Nurse Specialist","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a one-of-a-kind, all-inclusive reference guide for new clinical nurse specialists (CNSs) entering the field, as well as for seasoned practitionerslooking to update their knowledge. Disseminating a wealth of current professional practice guidance and practical information on reimbursement andcertification, the second edition has been fully updated to reflect changes resulting from the Affordable Care Act and the APRN Consensus Model. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFour new chapters address changes and emerging trends, expanding the focus on independent practice, increasing demands on health care due to the growingpopulation of older adults, and updated reimbursement\/economic issues. This authoritative toolkit is organized in an easy-toread format and includesnumerous clinical examples, case scenarios, and personal anecdotes culled from the contributors'   own professional experiences. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNew to the Second Edition: \u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Fully revised and updated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Addresses CNS practice within affordable care organizations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Describes the CNS leadership role in system-level evidence-based practice initiatives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Covers documentation and communication of CNS activities aligning with strategic initiatives and CNS practice priorities\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Discusses facilitating transitions of care to ensure safety and quality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Addresses the CNS role in interprofessional education in clinical settings\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Features: \u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Presents crucial information on negotiating and securing a job\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Provides advice on establishing credibility, prioritizing, and finding a mentor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Contains guidelines on mentoring staff, leading groups, and precepting students\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Addresses documenting and measuring clinical outcomes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Describes how to network with professional organizations and community agencies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Offers practical guidance on applying for reimbursement and pursuing certification and licensure\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Melanie Duffy\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Springer Publishing Company\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 02\/11\/2016\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 266\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBinding Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Spiral\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 1.06lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.90h x 7.40w x 0.60d\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN:\u003c\/b\u003e 9780826171917\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eDuffy, Melanie:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e - \u003cstrong\u003eMelanie Duffy, MSN, RN, CCRN, CCNS, \u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e is a clinical nurse specialist (CNS) in critical care at Pinnacle Health System, Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, and adjunct faculty at Widener University, Chester, Pennsylvania. She is a past president of the National Association of Clinical Nurse Specialists (NACNS) and cochairs the Legislative\/Regulatory Committee of NACNS. She is a member of other professional organizations including the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN), Sigma Theta Tau, and the American Nurses Association (ANA). Her professional influence has been in promoting the role, practice, and leadership aspects of the CNS. She has been an active presenter at national, state, and local meetings. Ms. Duffy was actively involved in gaining title recognition in Pennsylvania for the CNS and is currently working on legislation to implement a scope of practice for the CNS in Pennsylvania. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eDresser, Susan:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e - \u003cstrong\u003eSusan Dresser, MSN, RN, APRN-CNS, CCRN, \u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cp\u003e currently teaches in the clinical nurse specialist (CNS) program at the University of Oklahoma College of Nursing in Oklahoma City. She is a past secretary and board member of the National Association of Clinical Nurse Specialists (NACNS) and a past president of the Oklahoma Association of Clinical Nurse Specialists. Ms. Dresser is an active member of the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN), and has served as president, secretary, and chair of the Program Committee in the Oklahoma City chapter. She has held multiple positions as a critical care and cardiovascular CNS throughout her career. She obtained her MSN in the adult critical care CNS program at Duke University and is currently enrolled in the PhD program at the University of Kansas Medical Center School of Nursing. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eFulton, Janet S.:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e - \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJanet S. Fulton, PhD, RN, ACNS-BC, ANEF, FCNS, FAAN, \u003c\/strong\u003eis a professor and associate dean for graduate programs at Indiana University School of Nursing and editor-in-chief for \u003cem\u003eClinical Nurse Specialist: The Journal of Advanced Nursing Practice\u003c\/em\u003e. She served nationally as president of the National Association of Clinical Nurse Specialists (NACNS) and coordinator of the Oncology Nursing Society's CNS Special Interest Group. She designed an innovative distance accessible CNS program, \u003cem\u003eLearn Where You Live;\u003c\/em\u003e received teaching awards from Indiana University and NACNS; and received leadership awards from NACNS and Sigma Theta Tau, Alpha Chapter. She is also a recipient of the prestigious NACNS President's Award. She is an American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)-certified Adult Clinical Nurse Specialist and holds fellowships in the National League for Nursing Academy of Nurse Educators, the Clinical Nurse Specialist Institute, and the American Academy of Nursing. 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