RN Clinical Nurse Specialist - Emergency Department

Description We are seeking a Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) to join our Emergency Department team. In this role, you will serve as a clinical expert in emergency nursing, driving evidence-based practice, leading staff education, and spearheading quality improvement initiatives in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment. You will provide advanced clinical consultation, mentor nursing staff, and play a key role in developing and implementing policies that promote safe, efficient, and patient-centered emergency care. This is an excellent opportunity for a Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) who is passionate about emergency medicine and dedicated to advancing clinical excellence, improving patient outcomes, and supporting nursing practice across the Emergency Department. Who We're Looking For We're looking for a knowledgeable and compassionate Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) who brings clinical leadership, exceptional critical thinking skills, and a strong commitment to emergency nursing. The ideal candidate will have experience in staff development, project leadership, and interdisciplinary collaboration within a high-acuity setting. A passion for improving patient outcomes, supporting nursing excellence, and fostering a culture of continuous learning and evidence-based practice is essential. Preferred Qualifications Minimum of 3 years of nursing experience in an Emergency Department, Trauma Center, Critical Care (ICU), or another high-acuity acute care setting. Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) certification – Preferred Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course (ENPC) certification – Preferred Additional certifications such as Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN), Trauma Certified Registered Nurse (TCRN), or Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN) – Preferred Summary The Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) functions as part of an interdisciplinary healthcare team to provide high-quality cost-effective care to patients within the Advanced Practice Registered Nurse scope. The role reflects the mission, vision and values of the organization and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and other regulatory and accreditation standards. The CNS integrates evidence-based care across UNC Health through three spheres of impact: Clinical Practice with patients, Nursing/Nursing Practice, and Organization/Systems to produce sustainably improved patient outcomes. Responsibilities Patient Sphere Provide expert clinical care to complex patients within specialty population, advocating for a patient's unique preference. Intervene to educate, guide and coach the patient and/or caregivers to establish a patient-centered plan of care and navigate complex healthcare systems. Collaborate with interdisciplinary members of the healthcare team to ensure comprehensive, coordinated care delivery to improve and promote health care outcomes. Identify opportunities to improve patient care, determine appropriate outcomes for the patient population, and guide interventions to accomplish them. Nursing/Nursing Practice Sphere Conduct clinical consultation, including coaching with bedside nurses, regarding performance of complex patient care interventions. Identify workflow barriers and recommend efficient improvements. Promote nursing involvement in shared governance, professional growth and development, and pursuit of clinical inquiry. Collect and analyze patient data to document the impact of nursing practice on outcomes, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness. Promote a healthy work environment through expert communication, facilitation skills and conveying mutual trust and respect to others on the healthcare team. Provide leadership for interprofessional and nursing teams in identifying, developing, implementing, and evaluating evidence-based practices and research opportunities. Organization/Systems Sphere Evaluate system strategies and outcomes, identifying gaps in practice. Participate in, support, and lead quality/performance improvement initiatives to advance patient care delivery and improve outcomes through best practice implementation. Evaluate the implications of access, quality, safety, and cost on the delivery of healthcare. Actively pursue professional growth and development within local, regional, or national levels. Other Information Education Requirements Master's degree in Nursing (MSN) from a school of professional nursing. Licensure/Certification Requirements Licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in the state of North Carolina. Certification in the advanced practice area of specialization. Professional Experience Requirements Three (3) years of experience in the specialty. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Requirements (Information not provided) Job Details Legal Employer: NCHEALTH Entity: UNC REX Healthcare Organization Unit: Rex Emergency Department Work Type: Full Time Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00 Salary Range: $41.45 - $59.58 per hour (Hiring Range) Work Assignment Type: Onsite Work Schedule: Variable Location: US:NC:Raleigh Exempt From Overtime: Yes Equal Opportunity Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran or political affiliation. UNC Health makes reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as applicants and employees with disabilities. All interested applicants are invited to apply for career opportunities. 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