Clinical Nurse Specialist
Clinical Nurse Specialist
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Job Description
Location: Athena Medtech California
Employment Type: Full-Time
At Athena Medtech we are redefining healthcare delivery by combining clinical excellence with compassionate patient-centered care. Our teams are empowered to innovate collaborate and deliver the highest standards of practice in a supportive growth-oriented environment.
Position SummaryThe Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) provides expert clinical guidance staff education and leadership in nursing practice. This role is essential in supporting high-risk and complex patients advancing care standards and mentoring nursing staff to ensure excellence in patient outcomes.
Essential Responsibilities-
Establish evaluate and monitor nursing care standards; recommend changes in clinical practice to improve outcomes.
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Collaborate with nursing staff to assess age-specific patient and family needs developing care plans for complex/high-risk patients.
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Design and implement patient and family education programs; support staff in program execution.
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Develop and oversee interdisciplinary plans of care for complex patients.
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Assess staff competency identify educational needs and design programs to enhance skills and knowledge.
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Introduce and train staff on new techniques and evidence-based innovations.
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Serve as a preceptor for graduate-level healthcare students.
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Provide consultation to physicians nurses and healthcare providers in both inpatient and outpatient settings.
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Lead practice improvement initiatives by applying clinical research and defining best nursing practices.
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Participate in staff interviewing orientation evaluation and clinical coaching/counseling.
Basic Requirements:
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Experience: Minimum of 3 years of clinical specialty experience.
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Licensure/Certifications:
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Current California RN license (required at hire).
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Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) certification by the California Board of Registered Nursing (required at hire).
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Current BLS certification.
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NPI (if required for role) prior to start.
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Ability to work effectively in a Labor/Management Partnership environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
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Prior CNS experience.
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ICU or CVICU nursing background.
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Advanced certifications such as ACLS or PALS.
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Graduate degree (MSN or DNP).
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CNS Certification (California Board of Registered Nursing).
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Experience in staff training and nursing orientation.
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ICU or CVICU clinical experience.
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MSN or DNP degree.
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Advanced practice leadership experience.
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Strong ability to mentor and develop interdisciplinary teams.
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CNS Certification
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ICU or CVICU Experience
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BSN (required) MSN or DNP preferred
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Employment Type
Full-time
