title: Role of the CNS in developing a competency-based orientation program.
abstract: One of the roles of the CNS is consultant. As a consultant, the CNS assists organizations in program development and organizational change. A systematic framework for the development of a competency-based orientation program is provided in this article. Nursing consultants can apply this framework in developing a competency-based orientation program tailored to the health care institution's unique needs and resources.
authors.forename: S F
authors.initials: SF
authors.lastname: Chaisson
mesh_terms: D003162:Competency-Based Education; D003253:Consultants; D004509:Education, Nursing, Continuing; D006801:Humans; D007318:Inservice Training; D007587:Job Description; D009720:Nurse Clinicians; D016730:Program Development