Registered Nurse (RN) - Clinical Practice Specialist- Emergency Department, 20 hours/week, rotating shifts

About the role

The Clinical Practice Specialist (CPS) is a professional nurse and expert practitioner who implements the mission and philosophy of Northeast Hospital Corporation. This role promotes safe, evidence-based patient care by ensuring clinical practice aligns with standards, policies, and procedures. The CPS serves as a consultant, teacher, and role model to nursing staff, collaborating with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams to enhance care delivery. As a champion of nursing research and professional practice, the CPS functions in domains including clinical practice, consultation, education, research, and population management.

This position empowers nursing staff through education, clinical support, and the development of programs and standards of care. The CPS proactively recommends improvements in practice, advises direct care providers, and participates in special projects. Flexible off-shifts are available, with no holidays or weekends required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure clinical practice is consistent with evidence-based policies, procedures, and national standards.
• Serve as a consultant, teacher, and role model for nursing staff and novice workforce.
• Collaborate with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams to support care delivery.
• Supervise and empower nursing staff through education, consultation, and clinical support.
• Develop and implement supportive programs and standards of care.
• Proactively recommend improvements in standards of practice.
• Advise direct care providers and participate in special projects.
• Coordinate and provide interdisciplinary educational programs using various modalities (e.g., computer programs, drills, simulations).
• Analyze, synthesize, and integrate current research and best practice models to address clinical problems.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Nursing (required or currently enrolled in program).
• BLS certification (required).
• ACLS certification (preferred or to be obtained within 6 months).
• National certification in specialty nursing (preferred).
• Nursing education and quality improvement experience (preferred).
• Membership in a relevant professional organization.
• Current knowledge of evidence-based practice, including national standards, safety science, regulatory requirements, and resources.
• Participation in relevant professional development activities.

Skills

• High degree of independence and decision-making.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to promote teamwork among care providers.
• Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Pay

Annual base salary range: $39,717.50 USD – $87,297.50 USD. Actual compensation is determined based on factors such as seniority, education, training, experience, certifications, and job responsibilities.

Additional Information

Beth Israel Lahey Health requires all staff to be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment.