Clinical Nurse Specialist Jobs in Arizona

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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IQVIA - Per Diem - RN Clinical Nurse Educator - Phoenix

  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 1 day ago
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 1 day 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 Educator

  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 1 day ago
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 1 day ago

About Valle del Sol Join Valle del Sol in our commitment to providing quality, culturally sensitive integrated primary care and behavioral health services to adults, children, and adolescents in...

Clinical Nurse Educator - Staff Development

  • Tuba City, AZ
  • 2 days ago
  • Tuba City, AZ
  • 2 days ago

Overview POSITION SUMMARY The clinical nurse educator is a registered nurse who has demonstrated competent clinical experience in the acute care setting....

Clinical Nurse Educator- Wound Care

  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 12 days ago
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 12 days ago

Nurse - State Licensure And/Or Compact State Licensure Licensure as a registered nurse in the State of Arizona Upon Hire Required Certification in ANCC approved nursing specialty or nursing professional...

Perinatal Safety Specialist Nurse

  • Prescott Valley, AZ
  • 15 days ago
  • Prescott Valley, AZ
  • 15 days ago

of Science in Nursing required 5 years as a clinician in Womens Services 2 years of project experience in Women and Infants Perinatal Safety Experience with quality improvement/process improvement...

Clinical Nurse Educator- Emergency Department

  • Scottsdale, AZ
  • 20 days ago
  • Scottsdale, AZ
  • 20 days ago

Nurse - State Licensure And/Or Compact State Licensure Licensure as a registered nurse in the State of Arizona Upon Hire Required Certification in ANCC approved nursing specialty or nursing professional...

Clinical Nurse Educator

  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 20 days ago
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 20 days ago

Nurse - State Licensure And/Or Compact State Licensure Licensure as a registered nurse in the State of Arizona Upon Hire Required Certification in ANCC approved nursing specialty or nursing professional...

Simulation Nurse Specialist, College of Nursing (Part-Time/Full-Time)

  • Tucson, AZ
  • 45+ days ago
  • Tucson, AZ
  • 45+ days ago

Simulation Nurse Specialist, College of Nursing (Part-Time/Full-Time) Posting Number req22026 Department College of Nursing Department Website Link Visit the College of Nursing Location University...

Clinical Nurse Leader ICU FT Nights

  • Oro Valley, AZ
  • 60+ days ago
  • Oro Valley, AZ
  • 60+ days ago

These patients may present with medical or cardiovascular issues, necessitating the expertise of registered nurses trained in intensive care....

Clinical Nurse Leader Emergency Department Nights

  • Oro Valley, AZ
  • 60+ days ago
  • Oro Valley, AZ
  • 60+ days ago

Licenses and Certifications RN - Registered Nurse - AZ State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure required BCLS - Basic Life Support required ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support required PALS -...

Clinical Nurse Leader Emergency Department

  • Oro Valley, AZ
  • 60+ days ago
  • Oro Valley, AZ
  • 60+ days ago

Licenses and Certifications RN - Registered Nurse - AZ State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure required BCLS - Basic Life Support required ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support required PALS -...

Oncology Clinical Nurse Specialist

  • Gilbert, AZ
  • 60+ days ago
  • Gilbert, AZ
  • 60+ days ago

The position is 32-hours per week and requires a Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) certification in Oncology. If you have any questions, please contact Debbie Hoekstra at ... or .......

Clinical Nurse Leader Med Surg Nights

  • Oro Valley, AZ
  • 60+ days ago
  • Oro Valley, AZ
  • 60+ days ago

Licenses and Certifications RN - Registered Nurse - AZ State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure required BCLS - Basic Life Support required Oro Valley Hospital (OVH) is a 176-bed hospital that...

Clinical Nurse Leader Med Surg

  • Tucson, AZ
  • 90+ days ago
  • Tucson, AZ
  • 90+ days ago

Licensure as a registered nurse....

Registered Nurse RN Clinical Nurse Specialist Womens Services

  • Mesa, AZ
  • 90+ days ago
  • Mesa, AZ
  • 90+ days ago

The position is 40-hours per week and requires a Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) certification in Women's Services. If you have any questions, please contact Debbie Hoekstra at ... or .......

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Salary for Clinical Nurse Specialist Jobs in Arizona

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Clinical Nurse Specialist positions.



Highest Education Level

Clinical Nurse Specialists in Arizona 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 in Arizona
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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