One of the early examples of the CNLs ability to provide strong evidence supporting point-of-care clinical leadership was the 12-bed hospital project at Baptist Hospital in Miami, Florida. Implementation of the CNL role, along with a work redesign, showed improved patient throughput, consistent scores in the top ten percent on Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) core measures, and high patient satisfaction (Sherman, Clark, & Maloney, 2008