Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS)

Where You Will Work

RN - Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS)

Location: South Shore
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.

We're Looking For

• Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice.
• Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) certification (ANCC) within 2 years, OR one of the following
  • 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)
• Master’s Degree in Nursing
• Candidates with nurse clinician experience enrolled in a CNS program or willing to enroll will be considered. would be considered for Nurse Clinician role
• Minimum 2 years of nursing or clinical specialty experience.
• Completion of 500 clinical hours in a CNS program required.

What You'll Do:

• 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.

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.

Be the Nurse Who Redefines Care.
At Advocate Health, being a nurse means more than delivering exceptional clinical care—it means leading with purpose, compassion, and boldness. As part of our One Advocate Nurse community, you’ll join a unified team committed to lifting others up, embracing innovation, and creating inclusive spaces where everyone can thrive. You’ll be empowered to think boldly, collaborate with humility, and drive change through fearless curiosity. Whether you're at the bedside, in the community, or advancing care through research and education, you’ll help shape the future of health—because here, we’re redefining care for you, for us, for all.

Your feedback matters. Every nurse’s voice is vital in shaping our culture and improving care. We value your insights and experiences because they help us grow stronger together.

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