Clinical Nurse Practitioner
OFO No: 222101
Other names for Clinical Nurse Practitioner:
- Clinical Nurse Specialist
- Infection Control Nurse
What is a Clinical Nurse Practitioner?
A Clinical Nurse Practitioner is a specialised nurse who provides advanced nursing care to patients.
This care could cover:
- Ordering diagnostic tests
- Health assessments
- Patient care management etc
What does a Clinical Nurse Practitioner do?
- consults with medical practitioners to co-ordinate patient treatment
- develops health care plans for patient
- follows strict ethical and legal requirements
- administers prescribed medicines
- monitors patient
- participates in health care education programs
- helps patient and family to understand the treatments involved
- helps with nurse training
Are you . . . ?
- caring?
- observant?
- a team player?
- willing to work unusual hours?
- responsible?
- detail orientated?
- organised?
- punctual?
How do I become a Clinical Nurse Practitioner?
PATH 1
Bachelor of Nursing degree
1 year community service as a nurse
Designation: Only those registered with the SANC may use the title Registered Professiohnal Nurse
Advanced Diploma in Nursing (NQF Level 8)
- University of the Free State
Designation: Only those registered with the SANC may use the title Clinical Nurse Practitioner
PATH 2
Bachelor of Technology (BTech) in Nursing
1 year community service as a nurse
Designation: Only those registered with the SANC may use the title Registered Professiohnal Nurse
Advanced Diploma in Nursing (NQF Level 8)
- University of the Free State
Designation: Only those registered with the SANC may use the title Clinical Nurse Practitioner
OTHER CAREERS TO CONSIDER: Midwife or Animal Care AttendANT
Is becoming a Clinical Nurse Practitioner the right career choice for me?
