title: Implementation of the CNS role in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.
abstract: The CNS as an advanced practitioner contributes significantly to the provision of comprehensive patient care services. Development and implementation of the CNS role are complex processes. This study was designed to describe the experience of practicing CNSs in various health care agencies in the Lower Mainland (the geographic region of British Columbia, Canada, comprising Vancouver and adjacent communities). Major themes emphasize the complex interplay of role ambiguity, organizational structure, and administrative support in facilitating and/or impeding the CNS role implementation process.
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authors.lastname: Davies
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authors.lastname: Eng
mesh_terms: D001955:British Columbia; D006801:Humans; D007587:Job Description; D009720:Nurse Clinicians / Q000193:education / Q000523:psychology; D012380:Role; D011795:Surveys and Questionnaires; D016526:Workload