Clinical Nurse Specialist - Adult Acute Care

Role Overview

The Sr Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) supports, supervises, and evaluates nursing staff, especially during their initial orientation period, within a specialty area. They facilitate a collaborative, multidisciplinary approach to patient care, promote clinical excellence through standards and competency development, and serve as a clinical resource and consultant. The CNS collaborates closely with physicians and the healthcare team to enhance patient outcomes and ensure high-quality nursing practices.

Responsibilities

• Support, supervise, and evaluate new staff during their initial onboarding
• Implement and promote clinical standards and competency standards for staff
• Act as a clinical resource, conducting patient care consultations and assessing practice impact
• Participate in clinical rounds and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including physicians

Qualifications & Skills

• Master’s Degree in a CCNE or NLNAC-accredited clinical nurse specialist program
• Alaska RN license, BLS certification, and current specialty certification (e.g., CEN, CCRN)
• Minimum of 3 years of specialized nursing experience and 2 years of clinical leadership
• Preferred: CNS certification in the specialty area