Section 3-1206.07b - Certified clinical nurse specialist.(a) In addition to the functions authorized under section 604, a certified clinical nurse specialist may provide the services described in subsection (b) of this section related to specific specialties, including: (1) Populations, such as pediatrics, geriatrics, or women's health;(2) Settings, such as critical care or the emergency room;(3) Diseases or medical subspecialties, such as diabetes or oncology;(4) Types of care, such as psychiatric or rehabilitation; and(5) Types of problem, such as pain, wounds, and stress.(b) A clinical nurse specialist may provide diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing management of patients or clients, through: (1) Providing for the continuous improvement of patient or client outcomes and nursing care;(2) Practicing within the core competencies and behaviors specified by the National Association of Clinical Nurse Specialists or other national certifying body recognized by the Board;(3) Creating therapeutic environments through mentoring and system changes;(4) Practicing with individual clients, families, groups, and populations of clients; and(5) Any other functions and roles prescribed by rules.Added by D.C. Law 25-191,§ I-101, 71 DCR 006698, eff. 7/19/2024.