Clinical Nurse Specialist

Ascension; Evansville (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off (PTO)

Various health insurance options

Retirement benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance programs

Job summary

Ascension is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse for a full-time role in Evansville, IN, focused on providing advanced nursing care within our Clinical Operations department. The ideal candidate will hold a Master's degree, a nursing diploma, and relevant certifications.

This position involves direct nursing responsibilities, staff consultation, and managing clinical education programs, impacting patient care and clinical practices. Join Ascension to become part of a supportive and inclusive healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• Licensure as a Registered Nurse in Indiana required.
• BLS Provider certification required within 30 days of hire.
• Clinical Nurse Specialist credential required within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced direct nursing care as per organizational protocols.
• Serve as a consultant for staff development and clinical practices.
• Manage clinical research projects supporting evidence-based practice.

Skills

Clinical Expertise

Nursing Care Management

Teaching Program Development

Education

Master's degree

Diploma from an accredited nursing school

Job description

Your future role at a glance

Location: Evansville, IN

Facility: Ascension St. Vincent

Department/Specialty: Clinical Operations

Schedule: Full time, 40 hours a week, Day shift

*multiple positions available*

How you'll make an impact in this role

Provide advanced care, consultation, research, management and education in a specific clinical area.

• Provide advanced direct nursing care in accordance with established policies, procedures and protocols of the healthcare organization.
• Serve as an expert consultant for staff in areas of program development, clinical practice, and professional development. Contribute to defining, directing and evaluating the nursing care and functions of clinical staff.
• Manage clinical research projects in support of evidence‑based practice and disseminate findings.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate educational plans/programs and utilizes methods, measurements and tools to evaluate achievement of learning goals.
• May assess the learning needs of patients and families and develop and/or implement teaching programs.

What minimum qualifications you'll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Licensed Registered Nurse credentialed from the Indiana Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
• One or more of the following required:

• Clinical Nurse Specialist credentialed from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) obtained within 6 months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date.
• Clinical Nurse Specialist credentialed from the American Association of Critical Care Nurses (AACN) obtained within 6 months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date.

Education:

• Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing required and Master's degree required.

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military‑Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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Benefits

Paid time off (PTO) Various health insurance options & wellness plans Retirement benefits including employer match plans Long‑term & short‑term disability Employee assistance programs (EAP) Parental leave & adoption assistance Tuition reimbursement Ways to give back to your community

*Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance, location and salary range at the time of the offer.*