CLINICAL NURSE SPECIALIST Clinical Nurse Specialist -- Adult Medical/Surgical The Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) Program prepares nurses as expert providers of care to patients/families in acute and ambulatory care settings. In addition, the CNS functions as; 1) a developer and manager of programs of care for populations of patients; 2) leader, consultant, mentor and change agent in advancing nursing practice; 3) clinical outcomes manager who produces quality, cost-effective outcomes;4) leader of multidisciplinary groups in implementing innovative projects; 5) and developer of research utilization projects that test innovative practices. Clinical Nurse Specialist -- Psychiatric Mental Health Our CNS Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing Program prepares nurses in advanced practice as experts in the care of patients with psychiatric or psychosocial issues, including the delivery of psychotherapy.  Nurses are prepared to be therapists, consultants, mental health educators, case managers, and supervisors.  The program includes five clinical pathways in which a student may specialize: children/adolescents, family, geriatric, addictions, and forensics.  This program can be done on a part-time basis. Site Index | University of Pittsburgh | Health Sciences | UPMC Home | About the School | Academic Programs | Continuing Education | Prospective Students Current Students | News and Events | Research | Faculty | Alumni & Friends Departments | Services | Courses | Directions | Top of Page Updated: June 3, 2008 Email: cmh1@pitt.edu