Clinical Nurse Specialist, Neonatal ICU

Company: Sutter Health
Location: North Highlands
Posted on: May 7, 2022

Job Description:

Position Overview:POSITION SUMMARY: -The Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) is a resource to staff, management, physicians, and other health team members regarding nursing care practice for a specific patient and/or client population. - The major role functions of the CNS are: (1) clinical practice/consultation, (2) education/staff development, (3) research/problem solving, (4) program development and administrative support, and (5) professional development.Qualifications:MINIMUM POSITION REQUIREMENTS: - - - - - - - - - - Education: - - - - - - - - - Registered Nurse, Master's Degree in Nursing and a CNS certificate to practice as a CNS in the State of California. - - -(CNS certification can be obtained within 12 months of hire.) - - - - - - - - - - - - - Experience: - - - - - - - - - Previous CNS job experience in the specialty area preferred. - - - - - - - - - Prior experience demonstrating effective interpersonal nursing leadership skills and ability to work with a minimum of supervision. - - - - - - - - - - Knowledge: - - - - - - - - - Knowledge of CNS role as defined by ANA and the State of California BRN. - - - - - - - - - Knowledge of evidence based research and professional practice standards. - - - - - - - - - - Special Skills/Equipment: - - - - - - - - - Prepares and presents classes that meet the needs of the audience. - - - - - - - - - - - Uses basic computer programs, with WORD and PowerPoint proficiency preferred. - - - - - - - - - Knowledgeable regarding program development, implementation, and evaluation. - - - - - - - - - Interprets and/or conducts clinical research. - - - - - - - - - Authors, edits or contributes to journal articles. - - - - - - - - - Maintains excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills. - - - - - - - - - Provides professional presentations to peers and the community. - - - - - - - - - - Works with other Sutter affiliates toward common goals and programs. - - - - - - -Organization:Sutter Medical Center, SacramentoEmployee Status: RegularEmployee Referral Bonus: NoBenefits: YesPosition Status: ExemptUnion: NoJob Shift: DayShift Hours:8 Hour ShiftDays of the Week Scheduled:Monday-FridayWeekend Requirements: NoneSchedule: Full TimeHrs Per 2wk Pay Period:80Applications Accepted:All Applications AcceptedSchedule/Shift: Full Time/ Day

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