Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) - OR I

About the role

The Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) provides expertise and support to nurses caring for patients at the bedside, helps drive practice changes throughout the organization, and ensures the use of best practices and evidence-based care to achieve the best possible patient outcomes. This position is open to both Clinical Nurse Specialists and Nurse Practitioners.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert consultation and collaboration on care of high-risk patients and families within area of specialty
• Provide direct and indirect nursing care to patients and families
• Round with patients/nurses and interdisciplinary teams
• Proactively monitor nursing practices and analyze data for trends
• Write APRN progress notes and bill for patient services
• Promote high-quality, safe, cost effective care:
• Lead and participate in quality improvement projects
• Support accreditation and compliance activities
• Represent nursing on department or hospital committee
• Participate in evaluation of products and equipment relevant to nursing practice

Requirements

• At least 1 year of OR experience

Qualifications

• Effective 05/01/2014: MSN required upon hire or within 3 years of hire for external hires and internal hires moving from a non-APRN licensed role to an APRN licensed role.
• Graduate of an accredited APRN program.
• If in neonatal care service area Master’s Degree is required upon hire.
• Effective 05/01/2014: MSN required upon hire or within 3 years of hire for external hires and internal hires moving from a non-APRN licensed role to an APRN licensed role.
• Licensed as an Advanced Practice Nurse in applicable state(s).
• Licensed as an RN in applicable state(s).
• Nationally certified as a Clinical Nurse Specialist by a nationally accredited organization recognized by the state Board of Nursing.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) through American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross required.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) or Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) through the American Heart Association (AHA); or Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) through the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) may be required based upon work setting.
• Must have arrangements with at least one physician in accordance with requirements set forth by the State Board of Nursing in applicable states.
• Must be credentialed and privileged by the Medical Executive Committee and the Governing Body of the applicable hospitals.

Skills

• Excellent analytical and decision-making skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team
• Demonstrated competency and ability to perform advanced assessment and diagnosis
• Demonstrated ability to utilize the electronic medical record
• Demonstrates a high standard of moral and ethical behavior
• Demonstrates compassion and professionalism and a commitment to excellent patient care
• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgement, and the ability to work independently
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action

Benefits

• Health Plan Options – You have the choice between two comprehensive Cleveland Clinic Employee Health Plan options: EHP and EHP Plus. Both plans are administered by Aetna and feature minimal copays for in-network care.
• Dental Care – Four plan options administered by Cigna are available.
• Vision Care – Two plan options administered by EyeMed are available.
• Flexible Spending Accounts – Healthcare and Dependent Care FSAs are available to help you pay for eligible expenses with pre-tax dollars.
• Life Insurance – Employer-paid life insurance equals 1x your annual salary with an option to purchase supplemental life insurance up to 10x your salary. You may also purchase dependent life insurance for a spouse and dependent children
• Short- and Long-term Disability Coverage – Short-term disability is available after one continuous year of regular full-time service; long-term disability begins after 90 days.
• Cleveland Clinic Investment Pension Plan offers eligible employees an excellent opportunity to build a retirement account for the future. It is fully funded by Cleveland Clinic and equal to 2.5% of your salary (increasing with more years of service).
• The 401(k) / 403(b) Plan also provides an important source of retirement savings. It allows participants to take responsibility for their financial future by making retirement savings a part of their normal routine while working. In addition to your contributions to the plan, Cleveland Clinic matches a portion of your contributions (50% on up to your first 6% in contributions).
• Paid Time Off (PTO) – Eligible caregivers receive Paid Time Off (PTO) that can be allotted toward vacation, holidays, sick time, etc.
• Caregiver discounts – We offer discounted rates for auto, home and pet insurance, identify theft protection and more.
• Adoption assistance – We provide financial assistance of up to $5,000/per child ($10,000 maximum lifetime benefit) for caregivers who choose to legally adopt a child.
• Employee Assistance Program – The Program provides free, confidential short-term counseling for caregivers and their families, whether for relationships or legal challenges.
• Employee Hardship Fund – This fund provides aid for caregivers experiencing unexpected financial difficulties.
• Paid maternity and parental leave – You will enjoy up to eight consecutive weeks for maternal care after the birth of your child to bond with your baby and up to four weeks for parental care.

Pay

Minimum Annual Salary: $92,620.00
Maximum Annual Salary: $157,480.00

Schedule

Full Time
Shift: Days

Nursing Support Career Paths

Working for Cleveland Clinic is more than just a job – it can be a launching point for an exceptional career. Nursing Support plays a critical role in ensuring excellent care and positive patient experiences. There is a wide range of roles to contribute to this vital team. We are committed to providing you with the resources and support you need to define and follow your own unique career path, whether in Nursing Support or other areas of our organization.

Benefits Offerings

We offer the following choices to cover your health, dental and vision care as well as life insurance.