Sutter Health UniversityClinical Nurse Specialist
Advanced Practice Program
Sacramento, CA
1Year
Program Details & Enrollment Information
Learn everything you need to know about the program and how to take the first step toward enrollment.
Program Overview
Clinical Nurse Specialist 1-Year Licensed Professional Program
Welcome to our Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) program, an intensive one-year professional course designed to equip nursing professionals with advanced clinical skills and theoretical knowledge. This program is ideal for those seeking to deepen their expertise and impact patient care at a higher level.
Program Objectives
- Develop advanced clinical skills for specialized patient care.
- Enhance leadership abilities in clinical settings.
- Foster evidence-based practice and critical thinking.
- Prepare for roles in clinical management and consultation.
- Promote professional growth and lifelong learning.
Curriculum Overview
- Advanced Pathophysiology
- Pharmacology for Clinical Nurse Specialists
- Health Assessment and Diagnostic Reasoning
- Clinical Leadership and Management
- Evidence-Based Practice and Research
- Specialty Practicum and Clinical Immersion
Our program is committed to fostering a supportive and dynamic learning environment. We encourage all aspiring Clinical Nurse Specialists to join us in this transformative educational journey.
Potential Career Opportunities
- Clinical Nurse Specialist in Mental Health
- Clinical Nurse Specialist in Geriatrics
- Clinical Nurse Specialist in Women's Health
Skills you will gain
- Care Coordination
- Critical Thinking
- Disease Management
- Leadership
- Patient Assessment
- Quality Improvement
- Communication Skills
- Patient Education
- Evidence Based Practice
- Clinical Judgment