Clinical Nurse Specialist (RN) - Neonatal Intensive Care Unit

MaineHealth; Warrington; On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare organization as a Clinical Nurse Specialist in the NICU, where your expertise will make a significant impact on patient care. This role offers the chance to work in a state-of-the-art facility, collaborate with a dedicated team, and provide leadership in nursing practices. With a focus on professional growth and a supportive environment, you'll be empowered to deliver evidence-based care and develop innovative solutions for patient populations. If you're passionate about nursing and want to thrive in a community that values collaboration and excellence, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Paid Parental Leave

Flexible Work Policy

Student Loan Assistance

Training and Education

Well-being Resources

Qualifications

• Advanced nursing degree (MSN or Doctorate) required.
• Current RN license with minimum two years clinical experience.

Responsibilities

• Deliver quality patient care and education to clinical staff.
• Collaborate with healthcare providers to develop quality care.

Skills

Clinical Nursing

Patient Care

Leadership

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Organizational Skills

Education

Master's Degree in Nursing

Doctorate in Nursing

Job description

Description

Maine Medical Center

Nursing
Req #: 20098

This is a Bargaining Unit Position
Job Posting Date: 02/19/2025

Full Time/Days

For a limited time MaineHealth is offering up to $20,000 for experienced Registered Nurses with greater than 3 years of experience!

• Eligible candidates are hired (offer accepted) into a Full or Part time RN position. Bonus amount prorated for Part time hires, per diem hires are ineligible.
• Current MaineHealth member employees are ineligible; former MaineHealth Members are ineligible until greater than 6 months separation from employment.

We are looking for an experienced and compassionate Clinical Nurse Specialist - NICU to join the team at MaineHealth. The successful candidate will bring expertise in clinical nursing, patient care, and education to support the clinical staff, patients, and families at MaineHealth. The ideal applicant should have an advanced nursing degree (MSN or Doctorate), a current RN license with a minimum of two years of clinical nursing experience, and experience in a leadership role. Knowledge of regulatory standards and best practices for clinical staff is essential. This position also requires excellent problem solving, communication, and organizational skills.

The Clinical Nurse Specialist will bea key member of the nursing team and Neonatal Intensive Care team, delivering quality patient care and education to the clinical staff. The successful candidate will have the ability to work collaboratively and independently to create an innovative and effective work environment. This position offers the opportunity to grow professionally in a rewarding and supportive environment.

CNS Certification Required

The NICU and Continuing Care Nursery in The Barbara Bush Children's Hospital is a 51-bed level lll-lV unit. This is the largest ICU in the state of Maine. We have single rooms with state-of-the-art equipment and work closely with all disciplines- surgical, cardiac, GI, genetics, renal, palliative care etc. We have Neonatologists and APP's covering 24/7 with a nursing staff of 150. We have an active critical care transport team and a nurse driven PICC Team. Neonatal Intensive Care Unit -31 beds & Continuing Care Nursery - 20 Beds.

Summary:

The Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) at Maine Medical Center (MMC) is an advanced practice nurse as defined by the Maine Nurse Practice Act and/or the ANA Advanced Practice Standards (1996). The mission of the CNS is to assure the provision of expert, quality, evidence-based care for patients and families in a variety of practice settings. The CNS also provides leadership in the development of staff, resources, and programs that support the MMC mission. The CNS partners with health care providers and management teams to develop and deliver quality health care to specific patient populations within and beyond MMC.

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

• Education: Knowledge of Nursing theory, practice and education in order to conduct patient assessments, develop and coordinate complex plans of care and to develop educational programs at a level acquired through completion of a Master's Degree in an advanced practice clinical nursing specialty.
• License/Certifications: Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Maine and license for advanced practice in nursing if available. Certification in clinical specialty at the advance practice level (if applicable) is required.
• Experience: Two to three years of clinical experience in assigned specialty area.
• A high level of critical thinking skills, process and problem-solving skills, and systems knowledge necessary for participation in clinical initiatives.
• Interpersonal, communication and leadership skills sufficient to lead individuals and groups.

Additional Information

With a career at any of the MaineHealth locations across Maine and New Hampshire, you'll be working with health care professionals that truly value the people around them - both within the walls of the organization and the communities that surround it.

We offer benefits that support an individual's needs for today and flexibility to plan for tomorrow - programs such as paid parental leave, a flexible work policy, student loan assistance, training and education, along with well-being resources for you and your family.

MaineHealth remains focused on investing in our care team and developing an inclusive environment where you can thrive and feel supported to realize your full potential. If you're looking to build a career in a place where people help one another deliver best-in-class care, apply today.

If you have questions about this role, please contact Amanda Oliveira at [e-mail]