Abstract
Objective: This paper aims to examine how the role of nurse practitioner was implemented within a public hospital Department of Neurosurgery carpal tunnel syndrome clinic. Setting: Tertiary referral centre outpatient clinic. Findings: The paper informs practice describing the process of developing, implementing and the requirements to become a nurse practitioner role within a public hospital’s Department of Neurosurgery within Australia. Conclusions: The introduction of a nurse practitioner role within the Department of Neurosurgery has resulted in more timely access and cost effective care for patients referred to this specialised service. Opportunities to further expand this and similar roles in the future should be considered as demand increases.
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