\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"This is a valuable resource for new clinical nurse specialists as they begin their journey. It provides excellent guidance that will help new graduates as they negotiate new positions and develop new roles in healthcare organizations.\"\u003c/i\u003e\u003cb\u003eScore: 95, 4 stars \u003c/b\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e--Doody's\u003c/i\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Clinical Nurse Specialist Toolkit \u003c/i\u003eserves as a one-stop, all-inclusive guide designed for novice Clinical Nurse Specialists (CNSs) just getting started in this exciting new career. Organized in an easy-to-use, bullet-point format, this book contains 6 key sections: \u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eGetting Started\u003c/b\u003e presents valuable information on negotiating and securing a job, with tips for interviews and the application process\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eMoving Forward\u003c/b\u003e provides advice on establishing credibility in the field, prioritizing, and finding a mentor\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eGaining Momentum\u003c/b\u003e contains guidelines on mentoring staff, leading groups, and precepting students\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eEvaluation\u003c/b\u003e sets forth critical information on how to document and measure clinical outcomes\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eReaching Out\u003c/b\u003e describes how to network with professional organizations and community agencies\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eProfessional Recognition\u003c/b\u003e provides practical guidance on applying for reimbursement and pursuing certification and licensure\u003c/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith numerous clinical examples, case scenarios, and personal anecdotes culled from the contributors' own professional experiences, this toolkit serves as an insightful, authoritative resource for all CNS students and practitioners. Seasoned CNSs looking to expand their knowledge of the field will also want to add this book to their collection.