Clinical Nurse Specialist Jobs

A Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) is a highly skilled professional in the nursing industry who delivers direct patient care and expert consultations in one of many nursing specialties, such as oncology, pediatrics, palliative care, and others. They play a key leadership role in healthcare organizations, driving change, enhancing patient safety, and improving the quality of care. Their responsibilities include diagnosing and treating health conditions, educating patients and their families about disease management, and conducting research to advance healthcare practices. They also play a significant role in staff education and mentorship, and policy development.

Before becoming a CNS, a person might have roles such as a Registered Nurse (RN), Charge Nurse, or Nurse Educator, acquiring a broad base of clinical experience. To become a CNS, a person must have a Master's or Doctoral degree in a specialized area of nursing, and they must also hold the necessary certifications relative to their specialty. These may include an Adult-Gerontology Clinical Nurse Specialist-BC, Acute/Critical Care Clinical Nurse Specialist-Adult-Gerontology, or Pediatric Clinical Nurse Specialist-BC, among others. Important skills for a CNS include leadership, effective communication, critical thinking, and advanced clinical skills in their specialty area.

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Electrophysiology Nurse Specialist

  • Fargo, ND
  • 23 days ago
  • Fargo, ND
  • 23 days ago

Education Accreditation (NLN CNEA)....

Clinical Nurse Educator

  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 12 days ago
  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 12 days ago

Inizio Engage has partnered with a leading, research-driven, biopharmaceutical company with a heritage rooted in science and collaboration. We are seeking a performance-driven, proven, and...

Practice Specialist (Nurse Educator) - Med Surg and Tele

  • Dowagiac, MI
  • 30+ days ago
  • Dowagiac, MI
  • 30+ days ago

Registered Nurse credentialed from the Michigan Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date....

Clinical Nurse Educator - 8k sign-on bonus

  • New Britain, CT
  • 13 days ago
  • New Britain, CT
  • 13 days ago

EXPERIENCE: Must have at least five (5) years or more of progressive experience in clinical practice, nursing education, and/or nursing management in an acute care setting.## COMPETENCIES: Strong leadership...

Clinical Nurse Educator, Peri-Operative Services

  • Vernon Rockville, CT
  • 13 days ago
  • Vernon Rockville, CT
  • 13 days ago

EXPERIENCE: Must have at least five (5) years or more of progressive experience in clinical practice, nursing education, and/or nursing management in an acute care setting.## COMPETENCIES: Strong leadership...

Clinical Nurse Educator - 8k bonus

  • Enfield, CT
  • 13 days ago
  • Enfield, CT
  • 13 days ago

EXPERIENCE: Must have at least five (5) years or more of progressive experience in clinical practice, nursing education, and/or nursing management in an acute care setting.## COMPETENCIES: Strong leadership...

Clinical Nurse Educator, OB & NICU

  • Manchester, CT
  • 20 days ago
  • Manchester, CT
  • 20 days ago

EXPERIENCE: Must have at least five (5) years or more of progressive experience in clinical practice, nursing education, and/or nursing management in an acute care setting.## 3 years OB/NICU experience...

Clinical Nurse Educator, Inpatient Behavioral Health

  • Manchester, CT
  • 20 days ago
  • Manchester, CT
  • 20 days ago

education, and/or nursing management in an acute care setting.## 3 years Behavioral Health experience required. # COMPETENCIES: Maintains clinical competency required for area of assignment....

Clinical Nursing Coordinator - 8k Sign On Bonus

  • South Windsor, CT
  • 30+ days ago
  • South Windsor, CT
  • 30+ days ago

$8,000 SIGN ON BONUS! Flexible schedule available (Day, Evening and Night shifts mixed) We are a small community hospital where your voice is heard! We believe in sharing ideas and working with...

Clinical Nurse Specialist Neuro Operating Room

  • Englewood, CO
  • 60+ days ago
  • Englewood, CO
  • 60+ days ago

(internals not eligible for sign-on bonus) Introduction Do you have the career opportunities as a(an) Clinical Nurse Specialist Neuro Operating Room you want in your current role?...

Clinical Nurse Leader, Registered Nurse- R3

  • Lowell, MA
  • 17 days ago
  • Lowell, MA
  • 17 days ago

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN). Preferred Qualifications: 1. Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)....

Clinical Informatics Nurse Specialist - Relocation Offered!

  • Clinton, MD
  • 3 days ago
  • Clinton, MD
  • 3 days ago

General Summary of Position The Clinical Informatics Nurse Specialist functions as the clinical expert, consultant, leader, researcher, and educator for clinical information and communication...

Clinical Nurse Specialist RN Orlando

  • Orlando, FL
  • 19 days ago
  • Orlando, FL
  • 19 days ago

The role youll contribute: The Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) is responsible for providing clinical expertise in his/her specialty area to optimize patient/family, nurse, and systems outcomes....

Clinical Nurse Educator- Per Diem- Med/Surg/Telemetry

  • United, PA
  • 1 hour ago
  • United, PA
  • 1 hour ago

Could you be our next Clinical Nurse Educator at Riddle Hospital? Why work as a Clinical Nurse Educator with Main Line Health? Make an Impact! The Clinical Nurse Educator (CNE) is responsible and...

IQVIA - Per Diem - RN Clinical Nurse Educator - Phoenix

  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 9 hours ago
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 9 hours ago

You will be responsible for training and educating Registered Nurses and Physicians on a new medical device primarily used in the Infusion, Vascular Access, Critical Care unit(s) setting....

Clinical Nurse Specialist Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Clinical Supervision with Confidence
This online course will help you become a more effective clinical supervisor or educator. It is mapped to competences within the Academy of Medical Educators framework for professional...
Clinical Reasoning Process
The course introduces the clinical reasoning process as it is used by clinicians from different health disciplines: medicine, dentistry, nursing, veterinary medicine, and pharmacy. The course...
Introduction to Clinical Psychology
Learn about the principles underlying psychological therapy and the features and treatment of common mental disorders, including anxiety, depression and schizophrenia. Have you ever wondered what...

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Salary for Clinical Nurse Specialist Jobs Nationwide

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Clinical Nurse Specialists offer the following education background
Master's Degree
33.3%
Bachelor's Degree
29.6%
Associate's Degree
16.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
8.8%
Doctorate Degree
6.3%
High School or GED
4.8%
Some College
0.7%
Some High School
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Clinical Nurse Specialists
2-4 years
55.2%
4-6 years
20.7%
1-2 years
13.8%
None
6.9%
6-8 years
3.4%


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