Phenomenological Exploration of Clinical Nurse Specialists’ Experiences During the COVID-19 Pandemic to Prepare for Future Crises

The stress experienced by CNSs was distinct from the stress felt by other health care professionals as they were expected to lead teams through 3 spheres of impact. The magnitude and uniqueness of their stress identifies a priority for adequate preparation of CNSs and highlights an opportunity for specific areas of improvement prior to any future crises.