title: The critical care nurse practitioner: an advanced practice role for the critical care nurse.
abstract: Research provides compelling evidence that supports the current and future utilization of critical care nurse practitioners (CCNPs) in pivotal roles as providers of cost-effective, quality patient-centered care for critically ill and technology-dependent adults. This paper gives a historical perspective and describes the current national need for CCNPs to practice in expanded roles both within and outside the boundaries of intensive care. An existing CCNP program is described. In addition, guidelines for CCNP program development and role implementation are discussed.
authors.forename: R J
authors.initials: RJ
authors.lastname: Watts
authors.forename: M J
authors.initials: MJ
authors.lastname: Hanson
authors.forename: K G
authors.initials: KG
authors.lastname: Burke
authors.forename: S M
authors.initials: SM
authors.lastname: Gallagher
authors.forename: D E
authors.initials: DE
authors.lastname: Foster
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D002568:Certification; D003422:Critical Care; D003479:Curriculum; D004511:Education, Nursing, Graduate; D006801:Humans; D007587:Job Description; D009722:Nurse Practitioners / Q000193:education / Q000458:organization & administration