CNS vs NP?

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Just wondering if anyone knows what the difference is between CNS vs NP. I'm looking more into the CNS program b/c I've heard there's more patient interaction than with a NP. I was told NP are for more diagnostic purposes. Is any of this true. I want to do something that allows me to stay with my patients. Anything helps.

Just wondering, can an NP who has specialized in women's health (CNM or WHNP or FNP), fill the role of a perinatal CNS? Or does the their MSN need to be a CNS degree? Thanks!

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The last thing you want is to be in a position where you have to EXPLAIN your role to an employer. If there's any confusion, then the job will go to the FNP.

+1,000,000

The more research I do into this whole APN "thing." The less I want to do it. Especially, since my specialty is and would be Perioperative. That's a frickin' mess.

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