Program Development
- 1 January 2005
- journal article
- review article
- Published by AACN Publishing in AACN Advanced Critical Care
- Vol. 16 (1) , 78-88
- https://doi.org/10.1097/00044067-200501000-00009
Abstract
Advanced practice nurses are involved in many aspects of program development as part of their roles. This can involve such things as developing programs for staff and family education, organizing system-wide quality assurance programs, or implementing new care programs. One unique aspect of the advanced practice nurse's role is the ability to serve as a change agent and implement new models of care. Although all advanced practice nurses can be involved in program development, the role of the Clinical Nurse Specialist lends itself to devoting dedicated services for implementing programmatic change in the clinical setting. This article describes the role of the Clinical Nurse Specialist in implementing an evidence-based, fast-track postanesthesia care unit.Keywords
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