The Role and Practice of Clinical Nurse Specialist in Turkey

Clinical nurse specialists play an essential role in delivering care in a variety of settings. In Turkey, areas of specialization in nursing show a parallel development in the progress and demand for healthcare and the nursing profession. The term “nurse specialist” has become an officially recognized title in nursing practice in Turkey, following the new arrangements in nursing law. This chapter will address the history of nursing education, roles and practice, regulations, available programs, challenges, and the future of clinical nurse specialist in Turkey.