Clinical Nurse Specialist

Clinical Nurse SpecialistPartnering for a stronger, healthier world.At CommonSpirit Health, we believe in the healing power of humanity. We invite you to explore our specialty areas and pursue a career in humankindness.Inspired by faith. Driven by innovation. Powered by humankindness. CommonSpirit Health is building a healthier future for all through its integrated health services. As one of the nation's largest nonprofit Catholic healthcare organizations, CommonSpirit Health delivers more than 20 million patient encounters annually through more than 2,300 clinics, care sites and 158 hospital-based locations, in addition to its home-based services and virtual care offerings.The posted compensation range of $40.10 - $53.26 /hour is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay CommonSpirit in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting. CommonSpirit may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range as permitted by law.Employment Type: Full TimeDepartment: Cardiovascular ICUHours/Pay Period: 80Weekly Schedule: Monday - Friday (8:00 AM - 5:00 PM)Category: ICU NurseShift: DayJob Summary and ResponsibilitiesAs a Clinical Nurse Specialist, you will serve as the principal clinical and educational resource for our cardiovascular inpatient population. You will bridge the gap between evidence-based research and bedside practice, fostering a culture of professional growth, mentorship, and high-quality patient care. You will work closely with nursing leadership, physicians, and multidisciplinary teams to elevate standards of care and drive positive patient outcomes. You will collaborate on comprehensive screenings, conduct critical risk assessments, provide vital preventative health education, and expertly coordinate care for diverse patient populations, leveraging technology to streamline processes. You'll ensure patients feel informed and at ease, patiently guiding them through instructions and addressing their concerns. To be successful in this role, you will combine robust clinical knowledge and technological proficiency with genuine compassion, strong communication skills, and an adaptable approach to learning and patient-centered care.Clinical Expertise: Act as a role model and mentor for nursing staff, rounding to identify patient problems and directing changes to nursing plans of care.Educational Leadership: Assess educational needs, develop and implement competency programs, and incorporate current research into daily practice.Consultation & Collaboration: Partner with unit leadership and medical staff to develop standards of care, clinical protocols, and policies.Advocacy & Research: Lead efforts in implementing evidence-based practices, seek opportunities for nursing research, and represent the organization at the local, state, and national levels.Patient Care: Provide high-level clinical guidance and occasional direct patient care for complex cardiovascular cases.Job RequirementsEducation & Experience:Bachelor's degree in Nursing (BSN).Master's degree in Nursing, Business, Healthcare Administration, or a related healthcare field. (Note: If your Bachelor's is not a BSN, you must hold an MSN).3–5 years of cardiovascular clinical experience.Minimum of 3 years of documented experience in cardiovascular patient populations.Preferred:1 year of experience in a formal CNS role.Licensure & Certifications:Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Arkansas.Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification.Current ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) certification.Nursing excellence starts with you.Are you a career fit with our CommonSpirit Health culture? To understand how we are structured, we believe in some core philosophies with the following:We will be stronger together, achieving excellence in all we do, collaborating across the fields and growing our collective knowledgeWe will let humankindness guide us as we treat every person with holistic, personalized care for the body, mind and spirit.We will advance the science and art of nursing as innovative leaders who demonstrate the power of evidence-based, compassionate care. If you believe in working together with humankindness for all to advance the science and art of nursing - then you have found your career fit with us!“Our hope is that you will always feel inspired, knowing you truly are the heart and soul of CommonSpirit.”– Kathleen D. Sanford, EVP, Chief Nursing OfficerWhat makes a successful Clinical Nurse Specialist at CHI St Vincent Health?CollaborativeCompassionateEfficientGood ListenerOrganizedProblem-SolverThis is a snapshot of your potential career path highlights the series of job positions that help you progress towards your goals and objectives. Ultimately, your career path depends on your career values and personal goals.While you're busy impacting the healthcare industry, we'll take care of you with benefits that may include health/dental/vision, FSA, matching retirement plans, paid time off, tuition assistance, adoption assistance, and more!At CommonSpirit Health, we believe investing in our employees lets them know they truly matter. Your Total Rewards package includes compensation, benefits, retirement, wellness, leave, and other programs.Depending on the position offered, CommonSpirit Health offers a generous benefit package, including but not limited to medical, prescription drug, dental, vision plans, life insurance, paid time off (full-time benefit eligible employees may receive a minimum of 14 paid time off days, including holidays annually), tuition reimbursement, retirement plan benefit(s) including, but not limited to, 401(k), 403(b), and other defined benefits offerings, as may be amended from time to time.For more information, please visit Total Rewards.Pay and RecognitionBalanced LifeWell-BeingProfessional GrowthFinancial FutureDependent CareCommonSpirit Health™ is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, parental status, ancestry, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information about your EEO rights as an applicant, please click here [PDF].CommonSpirit Health™ will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c). External hires must pass a post-offer, pre-employment background check/drug screen. Qualified applicants with an arrest and/or conviction will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with federal and state laws, as well as applicable local ordinances, ban the box laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco and Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinances. 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