Does graduate education grant greater visibility to the work of the nurse? A literature review of perceptions of the CNS role
Date
2012-06-21
Authors
Axen, Linda
Journal Title
Journal ISSN
Volume Title
Publisher
Abstract
An integrative literature review was undertaken to gain a better understanding of perceptions of the CNS role. With no limitation placed on publication dates, the search results yielded studies published in three distinct decades: the 1980’s, 1990’s and the first ten years of the new millennium. This integrative literature review was approached from a feminist perspective in recognition of the predominance of women in the profession. Twelve studies were included in the review. These peer reviewed studies include explorations of perceptions of physicians, staff nurses, patients, nursing administrators and CNSs themselves. Reported perceptions of the CNS role were generally positive; however, perceptions were sometimes clouded by a lack of communication or perceived lack of availability. CNSs, as nurse leaders, may find this review of the literature valuable for determining which professional activities have potential to raise the visibility of their work.
Description
Keywords
graduate education, visibility, work of the nurse, cns role