Purpose The Clinical Practice Committee of the Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses (AMSN) supports the mission to promote excellence in medical-surgical nursing. It addresses issues that are related to clinical practice in medical-surgical nursing, by expanding the awareness and utilization of evidenced-based practice (EBP), research, and performance/quality improvement among medical-surgical nurses. Responsibilities The Clinical Practice Committee: Develops statements or guidelines for AMSN concerning medical-surgical clinical practice issues as directed by the Board of Directors. Periodically reviews and revises the Scope and Standards of Medical-Surgical Nursing Practice, as directed by the Board of Directors Reviews and comments on statements from other professional groups who are seeking endorsements or comment from AMSN on issues of medical-surgical nursing, as directed by the Board of Directors. Moderates and responds to clinical discussions by medical-surgical nurses via the AMSN HUB, specifically trying to expand the awareness and utilization of evidenced-based practice (EBP), research, and performance/quality improvement among medical-surgical nurses. Performs ongoing review of nursing procedures and skills as directed by the Board of Directors. The Clinical Practice Committee consists of a Chairperson and 4-6 members, 4-6 Hub moderators and 4-6 reviewers, (committee max of 12 + the chair) and is assisted by a Board Liaison and Staff Liaison. Printer-friendly version