CLINICAL NURSE SPECIALIST APNP - INPATIENT REHAB

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Location: US:WI:WAUWATOSA at our FROEDTERT BLUEMOUND REHAB HOSP facility.

This job is ON - SITE.

FTE: 1.000000

Shift: Shift 1

Job Summary:

This position will be for the Inpatient Rehab Unit. ( The Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) works collaboratively to improve the quality of patient care and promote desired patient outcomes in the acute rehab area. Where we offer customized, individualized rehabilitation tailored to the specific needs of those recovering from a stroke, brain injury, neurological conditions, trauma, spinal cord injury, amputation, and orthopedic injuries. The CNS functions as a leader within the three spheres of impact (Patient/Client, Nurses and Nursing Practice, Organization/System), and is an active participant on the nursing leadership team).


The Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) is an advanced practice registered nurse (APRN), who has the ability to provide integrated, cost-effective, quality patient care management for high-risk populations across the continuum of care. The CNS is a clinical expert in the diagnosis, treatment, and evaluation of adults and older adults experiencing various health conditions dependent on the specialty. The CNS designs and strategically implements population-based programs to enhance patient and family outcomes. Responsibilities include: clinical practice, program design/development, consultation, leadership, education, research, and interdisciplinary collaboration. As an APRN, the CNS utilizes evidence-based practice concepts and national guidelines to positively influence patient care. The CNS functions autonomously, and works in collaboration with Medical College of Wisconsin physicians in the department(s) to optimize the care of the specific population being served. Other duties as assigned.

EXPERIENCE DESCRIPTION:

Previous experience as an Clinical Nurse Specialist is preferred. Prefer experience with specialty population.

EDUCATION DESCRIPTION:

A minimum of a Master's degree in Nursing from an accredited school of nursing is required.


TRAINING DESCRIPTION:

Must have completed an accredited APRN specialty certification program (i.e. AGCNS-BC, PMHNP) within 6 months of hire.

SPECIAL SKILLS DESCRIPTION:

Effective leadership, communication, collaboration, and organizational skills. Effective project management skills also preferred.


LICENSURE DESCRIPTION:
This position requires: 1) current state of Wisconsin Registered Nurse License or a Multi-state Nursing License from a participating state in the NLC (Nurse Licensure Compact), 2) Licensure as an Advanced Practice Nurse Prescriber (APNP) must be obtained within 12 months of hire . 3) Specialty certification is required and must be obtained within 6 months of hire. American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support for the Healthcare Provider (BLS) or an AHA approved equivalent is required within 90 days of hire. Medicaid and Medicare (PECOS) enrollment is required.


Perks & Benefits at Froedtert Health

Froedtert Health Offers a variety of perks & benefits to staff, depending on your role you may be eligible for the following:

• Paid time off
• Growth opportunity- Career Pathways & Career Tuition Assistance, CEU opportunities
• Academic Partnership with the Medical College of Wisconsin
• Referral bonuses
• Retirement plan - 403b
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability, Free Workplace Clinics
• Employee Assistance Programs, Adoption Assistance, Healthy Contributions, View email address on click.appcast.io, Moving Assistance, Discounts on gym memberships, travel and other work life benefits available

The Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin regional health network is a partnership between Froedtert Health and the Medical College of Wisconsin supporting a shared mission of patient care, innovation, medical research and education. Our health network operates eastern Wisconsin's only academic medical center and adult Level I Trauma center engaged in thousands of clinical trials and studies. The Froedtert & MCW health network, which includes ten hospitals, nearly 2,000 physicians and more than 45 health centers and clinics draw patients from throughout the Midwest and the nation.


We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer who values and maintains an environment that attracts, recruits, engages and retains a diverse workforce. We welcome protected veterans to share their priority consideration status with us at View phone number on click.appcast.io. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing. During your application and interview process, if you have a need that requires an accommodation, please contact us at View phone number on click.appcast.io. We will attempt to fulfill all reasonable accommodation requests.