Advanced Practice Provider (CNS/Neonatal NP) - Neonatal ICU I

Cleveland Clinic; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 92,620 - 157,480; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Healthcare, dental and vision coverage

Retirement savings contributions

Job summary

Cleveland Clinic Akron General is seeking a Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) to support the Neonatal ICU team. This position offers advanced clinical expertise, leadership, and education to promote high-quality patient care within the department.

The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in Neonatal nursing and a passion for improving patient outcomes. The role provides a competitive salary range of $92,620 to $157,480 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.

Qualifications

• CNS certified/educated with clinical experience in Neonatal ICU.
• Two years clinical nursing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a clinical expert and resource for nursing staff.
• Promote evidence-based practice to enhance patient care.
• Lead quality improvement initiatives and patient safety efforts.
• Provide education and mentorship opportunities for nursing staff.

Skills

Strong clinical expertise in Neonatal setting

Excellent leadership skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Ability to work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team

Education

APRN: MSN required upon hire or within 5 years

Graduate of an accredited ARPN graduate program

Tools

Electronic medical record systems

Job description

Cleveland Clinic Akron General is seeking a dedicated Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) to support the Neonatal ICU team. This role provides advanced clinical expertise, leadership, and education to promote high-quality patient care, nursing excellence, and evidence-based practice within the emergency department setting.

Position Details

• Schedule: Variable, Day shift, Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. with some evening and night shift coverage
• Setting: Neonatal ICU
• Locations Covered: Akron General Main Campus

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a clinical expert and resource for nursing staff within the Neonatal
• Promote and implement evidence-based practice to enhance patient care and clinical outcomes
• Lead and support quality improvement initiatives, patient safety efforts, and performance improvement projects
• Provide education, mentorship, and professional development opportunities for nursing staff
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing leadership, and interdisciplinary teams to optimize care delivery and operational efficiency
• Support the development and evaluation of clinical policies, procedures, and best practices in neonatal care

Ideal Candidate

• Strong clinical expertise in Neonatal setting
• Excellent leadership, communication, and collaboration skills
• Passion for improving nursing practice, patient outcomes, and staff development
• Ability to foster strong relationships with clinical teams

Ideal applicants are CNS certified/educated with clinical experience within Neonatal ICU setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Collaborate on care of high-risk patients and patient care issues which promote high quality, safe, cost effective care
• Round with patients, nurses and interdisciplinary teams regularly
• Proactively monitor nursing practices and analyze data for trends
• Responsible for dissemination of knowledge through instructing, leading and developing educational programs
• Developing/teaching specialty classes
• Providing “just in time” teaching at the point of care
• Work with members of the healthcare team to share clinical expertise
• Lead and in continuous quality improvement projects
• Represent nursing on hospital or enterprise committees
• Primary responsibility for writing/revising policies, procedures, and nursing protocols
• Disseminating knowledge from research studies
• Provide career coaching and guidance
• Assist with poster/oral abstract development

Education

• APRN: MSN required upon hire or within 5 years of hire for external hires and internal hires moving from a non-APRN licensed role to an APRN licensed role
• Graduate of an accredited ARPN graduate program

Certifications

• Current license as a Registered Nurse and Advanced Practice Registered Nurse in applicable state
• National certification as Clinical Nurse Specialist by nationally accredited organization recognized by state Board of Nursing, current licensure by applicable state Board of Nursing
• Basic Life Support (BLS) through the American Heart Association (AHA) required
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) or Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) through the American Heart Association (AHA); or Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) through the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) may be required based on work setting

Competencies (Complexity of Work)

• Excellent analytical and decision making skills are required
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team
• Demonstrated competency and the ability to perform advanced assessment and diagnosis
• Demonstrated ability to utilize the electronic medical record

Work Experience

• Two years clinical nursing experience preferred

Physical Requirements

• Typical physical demands include the ability to walk and stand for long periods of time
• Manual and finger dexterity and eye/hand coordination to perform physical examinations
• Requires corrected vision and hearing to a normal range
• Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 50 pounds
• May require exposure to communicable diseases and/or body fluids

Personal Protective Equipment

• Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required

Pay Range

• Minimum Annual Salary: $92,620.00
• Maximum Annual Salary: $157,480.00

The pay range displayed on this job posting reflects the anticipated range for new hires. Actual compensation may be higher or lower than the standard range, depending on factors such as job responsibilities, relevant experience, skills, scheduling requirements, education, and area of licensure. Please note, the displayed pay range does not include additional pay practices or the value of Cleveland Clinic's comprehensive benefits package (including healthcare, dental and vision coverage, retirement savings contributions, and more). The listed range is based on a full-time (1.0 FTE) with the exception of PRN positions, which have an hourly rate based on the position type.