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Direct nursing staff in the provision of patient care in a clinical practice setting, such as a hospital, hospice, clinic, or home. Ensure adherence to established clinical policies, protocols, regulations, and standards.
New job opportunities are very likely in the future.
$86k
Annual median Salary
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Education
Most of these occupations require graduate school. For example, they may require a master's degree, and some require a Ph.D., M.D., or J.D. (law degree).
97%
Master's degree
3%
Post-master's certificate
Careers
Typical Job Titles
Clinical Nurse Specialist
Critical Care Clinical Nurse Specialist
Emergency Clinical Nurse Specialist
ICU Clinical Nurse Specialist (Intensive Care Unit Clinical Nurse Specialist)