Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) - St. Luke's Southshore

Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS)

Great opportunity for Clinical Nurse Specialists to impact nursing practice and nursing quality at Aurora St. Luke's Southshore.

Location: South Shore Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Summary: We are seeking an experienced Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) to advance nursing practice and improve patient outcomes through evidence-based interventions, research, and innovative care models. This role provides leadership, consultation, and expertise in clinical practice, education, and program development to ensure high-quality, cost-effective, and nurse-sensitive outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Drive nursing practice improvements through evidence-based interventions, best practice guidelines, and policy modifications.
• Design, implement, and evaluate innovative care programs for individuals and populations.
• Provide input and expertise in orientation, annual competency assessments, and continuing education programs.
• Collaborate with leadership, staff, and external agencies to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
• Establish and monitor care standards, initiating changes based on data analysis.
• Mentor and coach nurses and leaders in professional development and evidence-based practice.
• Promote and facilitate research, including proposal development and implementation of findings.
• Demonstrate age-specific care knowledge and skills across the lifespan.

Licensure & Certification Requirements:

• Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice.
• Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) certification (ANCC) within 2 years, OR one of the following within 2 years:
  • Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN) – AACN
  • Advanced Oncology Certified CNS (AOCNS) – ONCC
  • Orthopedic CNS-C – ONCB
  • Other specialty-specific nursing certification (ANCC or approved body)

Education:

• Master's Degree in Nursing
• Candidates with nurse clinician experience enrolled in a CNS program or willing to enroll will be considered.

Experience:

• Minimum 2 years of nursing or clinical specialty experience.
• Completion of 500 clinical hours in a CNS program required.

Skills & Abilities:

• Expertise in clinical specialty area with strong clinical competence.
• Leadership skills: teaching, project management, decision-making, team building, and conflict resolution.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and customer service abilities.
• Detail-oriented, able to work independently and collaboratively.
• Intermediate computer skills (Word, Excel).

About This Location:

Find a career you'll love at Aurora St Luke's South Shore If you're looking for state-of-the-art care in your community, Aurora St. Luke's South Shore provides the care your family needs, close to home.

Our staff is committed to medical excellence as well as compassionate care. We're focused on treating you, and not just your condition. You also can depend on 24/7 emergency services and a number of on-site specialists.

Ready to Take the Next Step: Join our team and make a meaningful impact on patient care and nursing practice through innovation and leadership!

Apply Now!