Clinical Nurse Specialist - Neonatal ICU

Description

Under general direction, to assess, plan, implement and evaluate the nursing care of patients and to function as an expert clinician, consultant, educator and researcher.

About the Role

Santa Clara Valley Medical Center has one vacant Clinical Nurse Specialist position to support the Neonatal ICU Department. The is a full-time (1.0) position on the day shift.

Responsibilities

• Provides or may facilitate direct nursing care to patients or their families through selected client caseload;
• Performs ongoing evaluation of the nursing care of patients requiring continued follow-up;
• Provides or guides nursing staff in the deliverance of expert nursing care;
• Develops and/or facilitates the development of comprehensive nursing interventions for specific clients based on expert assessment of the client's needs, goals and outcomes;
• Documents all care given on the patient's progress notes in the medical record;
• Collaborates with other members of the health care team to develop an integrated plan of care;
• Develops and implements discharge plans for referred patients; makes referrals as appropriate;
• Provides patient/family supportive counseling and education when appropriate;
• Captors patient care between inpatient and outpatient departments;
• Serves as consultant to nursing Staff, medical staff and other health care providers in area of specialization;
• Establishes standards for nursing practice in consultation with Nursing Administration;
• Collaborates with Nursing Administration to develop appropriate policies and procedures;
• Plans, facilitates, and participates in nursing and interdisciplinary rounds and conferences;
• Serves as a consultant to hospital materials management and County Purchasing personnel regarding supplies and equipment;
• Serves as a resource person in area of expertise to community members, agencies and students of health profession;
• Serves as a resource person in area of expertise to community members, agencies and students of health profession;
• Assists staff members in understanding and utilizing research finding in their practice;
• Evaluates own practice and updates goals and competencies.

Requirements

• Graduate of an approved nursing program (preferably BSN), currently licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) in California and sufficient education and experience which demonstrate possession of the qualifications necessary to successfully perform the typical tasks noted above.
• Note: Qualified applicants typically would have: At least five years experience, evidence of expertise and competency in identified nursing specialty; Experience in assessing patient and family learning needs and developing teaching programs; Advanced educational preparation in identified nursing specialty or related area at the Master's level; Nationally recognized certification as an expert in identified nursing specialty preferred.

Qualifications

• Board Certification in Neonatal ICU highly desired.

Skills

• Excellent communication skills;
• Strong organizational and time management skills;
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team;
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite;
• Knowledge of hospital policies and procedures;
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines;
• Ability to work flexible hours as needed.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, retirement savings, paid time off, and more.

Pay

• $75,000 - $85,000 annually.

Schedule

• Day shift.