Competency characteristics study of clinical nurse specialist in comprehensive childrenˊs hospital / 中国实用护理杂志

ABSTRACT

Objective To analyze job information of clinical nurse specialist (CNS) in comprehensive children′s hospital,andclarify CNS′s qualification requirements. Methods Using working log and questionnaires to conduct a survey on 39 nurses and doctors in children′s hospital. Results Qualified CNS position asks for academic requirements for the undergraduate or above;pediatric work experiences for more than 5 years, pediatric specialist work experiences for more than 3 years, and also 3-6 months ICU work experience; competency of clinical practice skills, interpersonal skills, analysis and evaluation of decision-making. Direct clinical nursing is the core of CNS daily work content. Conclusions Job descriptions should be established to meet the pediatric CNS job characteristics,to ensure the CNS personnel selects.