The ________________ has advanced, graduate education in nursing informatics or a related field and may hold ANCC certification. Standard Text:
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
Informatics Nurse Specialist (INS)
Rationale : The INS has advanced, graduate education in nursing informatics or a related field and may hold ANCC certification. The INS needs to play an active role in research and theory development and in the design and testing of information systems and the human-computer interface; he or she also needs to help shape policy and serve as an advocate for the design and use of informatics to serve other health care professionals and the public. Other facets of the INS role include responsibilities in administration, telehealth, education and professional development, compliance issues, and discovery in databases and analysis. The INS is prepared to assess work processes and subsequently design, select, implement, and evaluate data structures and suggested technology intended to improve productivity and contribute to the body of nursing knowledge.
Global Rationale:
Cognitive Level: Understanding
Client Need: Safe Effective Care Environment
Client Need Sub:
Nursing/Integrated Concepts: Teaching and Learning
Learning Outcome:
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