Clinical Nurse Specialist Jobs in North Carolina

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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Critical Care Clinical Nurse Specialist

  • Pineville, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Pineville, NC
  • 1 day ago

Up to $20,000 Sign-on Bonus Based on Eligibility RN ICU Full Time Nights Position Summary Provide, promote and maintain quality patient care during diagnostic and therapeutic imaging procedures...

Clinical Nurse Educator

  • Charlotte, NC
  • 8 hours ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 8 hours ago

Preferred Qualifications: Certification in IV Therapy (CRNI) preferred Adult oncology experience About Inizio Engage Inizio Engage is a strategic, commercial, and creative engagement partner that specializes...

Senior Clinical Research Associate - CNS - Southeast/MidAtlantic

  • Durham, NC
  • 17 hours ago
  • Durham, NC
  • 17 hours ago

Senior Clinical Research Associate - CNS - Southeast/MidAtlantic Employer Worldwide Clinical Trials - USA Location Research Triangle Park, North Carolina, United States Salary Competitive Start...

Senior Clinical Research Associate - CNS - Southeast/MidAtlantic

  • Research Triangle Park, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Research Triangle Park, NC
  • 1 day ago

Who we are We're a global, midsize CRO that pushes boundaries, innovates and invents because the path to a cure for the world's most persistent diseases is not paved by those who play it safe. It...

Clinical Nurse Educator (NHRMC Only) Pediatrics

  • Wilmington, NC
  • 4 days ago
  • Wilmington, NC
  • 4 days ago

Job Summary The Clinical Nurse Educator develops and deploys standardized education and training based on nursing process and practice. Come join a remarkable team where quality care meets quality...

Clinical Nurse Educator (NHRMC Only) NICU

  • Wilmington, NC
  • 4 days ago
  • Wilmington, NC
  • 4 days ago

Job Summary The Clinical Nurse Educator develops and deploys standardized education and training based on nursing process and practice. Come join a remarkable team where quality care meets quality...

Who we are We're a global, midsize CRO that pushes boundaries, innovates and invents because the path to a cure for the world's most persistent diseases is not paved by those who play it safe. It...

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Clinical Services Nurse Specialist

  • Charlotte, NC
  • 9 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 9 days ago

Standard Schedule : Variable 1st shift Monday to Friday- 40 hrs per week - Rotating on calls WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED (Minimum Qualifications ): Current state licensure as a Registered Nurse and CPR...

Pediatric Clinical Nurse Specialist - Pediatric Critical Care CNS

  • Durham, NC
  • 11 days ago
  • Durham, NC
  • 11 days ago

Nurse Specialist (CNS) - Critical Care collaborates with members of the healthcare team to enhance patient care by serving as an expert resource and consultant to nursing staff and providing evidence-based...

Certification as a Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) is required....

Nursing Professional Development Specialist - Full Time

  • Charlotte, NC
  • 13 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 13 days ago

Job Summary The Nursing Professional Development Specialist is a Registered Nurse who influences professional role competence and professional growth of learners in a variety of settings and supports...

Nurse Specialist I (CAP Case Manager) #10011451

  • Greensboro, NC
  • 14 days ago
  • Greensboro, NC
  • 14 days ago

NECESSARY SPECIAL QUALIFICATION Possession of a current license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by the North Carolina Board of Nursing or another Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact State (eNLC...

Clinical Nurse Educator

  • Morehead City, NC
  • 16 days ago
  • Morehead City, NC
  • 16 days ago

This position will also provide 16 hours of direct patient care weekly as a registered nurse (RN). QUALIFICATIONS Professional Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in North Carolina....

Clinical Nurse Educator OR

  • Morehead City, NC
  • 16 days ago
  • Morehead City, NC
  • 16 days ago

This position will also provide 16 hours of direct patient care weekly as a registered nurse (RN). QUALIFICATIONS Professional Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in North Carolina....

Clinical Nurse Educator Med Surg

  • Morehead City, NC
  • 16 days ago
  • Morehead City, NC
  • 16 days ago

This position will also provide 16 hours of direct patient care weekly as a registered nurse (RN). QUALIFICATIONS Professional Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in North Carolina....

Demographic Data for North Carolina

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Salary for Clinical Nurse Specialist Jobs in North Carolina

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Licensing / Certification

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



Highest Education Level

Clinical Nurse Specialists in North Carolina offer the following education background
Master's Degree
33.2%
Bachelor's Degree
29.7%
Associate's Degree
16.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
8.9%
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 North Carolina
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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