Currently seeking a Clinical Nurse Specialist for a great opportunity in the New York, NY area. The ideal candidate will hold a Master’s degree and certification as a Certified Clinical Nurse Specialist in Pediatrics and possess 5 or more years of acute care RN experience in Pediatric Emergency. This individual will deliver clinical teaching and support that makes a life-changing difference.
Responsibilities of the Clinical Nurse Specialist
Apply influence across the three spheres of patient/family, staff, and system to transform healthcare delivery
Collaborate with other health care professionals and service providers to ensure seamless, quality care across the continuum.
Participate in the clinical management of patients and demonstrates advanced clinical decision-making skills.
Assist in the development and implementation of policies, procedures, and standards which affect the care of the patient.
Develop and maintain a collaborative working relationship with all physicians and the health care team members involved in the care of the patient.
Maintain reasonable availability for clinical consultation for the patient.
Participate in and assist the staff in developing relevant research projects related.
Coordinate with the Pediatric Emergency team to develop education plans based on identified needs and participate in teaching as appropriate.
Requirements of the Clinical Nurse Specialist
Master’s degree and certification as a Certified Clinical Nurse Specialist in Pediatrics
Current New York State License as a Registered Nurse
5 or more years of acute care RN experience in Pediatric Emergency
Demonstrated skills in leadership, communication and teamwork
Certified Pediatric CNS (required)
ED experience (as a staff nurse or as a CNS) (required)
Adult ED experience is acceptable
Pediatric critical care experience is acceptable
From a Magnet organization (preferred)
Published (preferred)
Experience in leading/facilitating committee work, especially shared governance (preferred)
Experience with Clinical Ladder and professional development (preferred)