Clinical Nurse Specialist

Indiana University Health System; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(K) Retirement Savings Plan with-em

Tuition Reimbursement

Student Loan Forgiveness Program

Employee Assistance Program

Healthy Results Incentives

Job summary

IU Health Fort Wayne is seeking a Clinical Nurse Specialist to join our brand-new hospital opening in May 2027. This Masters-prepared APRN will focus on improving patient care outcomes by advancing clinical practice, education, leadership, research, and consultative services across specialties.

The CNS will shape education programs, lead evidence-based initiatives, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to build a high-quality care environment.

Qualifications

• BSN required.
• Master in Nursing as Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) required.
• Active RN license in Indiana or NLC RN license and eligible to practice as CNS.
• 3–5 years of advanced clinical skills typically gained through nursing experience.
• Basic Life Support certification through AHA.

Responsibilities

• Improve patient care outcomes through CNS practice.
• Educate nursing staff and advance clinical education programs.
• Lead and collaborate across units to implement evidence-based practices.

Skills

Clinical Practice

Educator

Leader

Researcher

Consultant

Education

BSN

MS in Nursing CNS

Job description

Clinical Nurse Specialist

Location: IU Health Fort Wayne, IN

Opening Date: May 2027 | Hiring Timeline: Start by January 10, 2027

IU Health Fort Wayne is excited to announce the opening of our brand-new hospital in May 2027. We are seeking dedicated and innovative Clinical Nurse Specialist to join our team! This role offers a unique opportunity to shape our clinical education programs and build the foundation for a cutting-edge, high-quality patient care environment.

Why Choose IU Health?

As the state's largest and most comprehensive healthcare system, we offer a competitive benefits package, including:

• 401(K) Retirement Savings Planwith employer match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Student Loan Forgiveness Programfor eligible participants to help reduce remaining student loan balances over time
• Employee Assistance Programproviding free counseling services
• Healthy Results Incentive Programsthat reward participation in wellness initiatives with points that translate into financial bonuses on your paycheck

To learn more about our benefits, please visit our benefits website: careers.iuhealth.org/pages/benefits-designed-for-you

Position Overview:

A Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) is a Masters prepared Advance Practice Registered Nurse whose function is to improve outcomes in patient care. Functioning in five sub roles including: Expert in Clinical Practice, Educator, Leader, Researcher and Consultant, who positively influence the three spheres of practice: Patient Care, Nursing, and Systems in their respective specialties.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree of Nursing (BSN) required.
• Master in nursing as Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) required.
• Requires an active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Indiana or an active Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) RN license and meets regulatory requirements to practice as a CNS.
• Requires 3-5 years of advanced clinical skills typically gained through nursing experience.
• Requires Basic Life Support certification through the AHA.
• Other advanced life support certifications may be required per unit/department specialty according to patient care policies.