Clinical Nurse Specialist

IU Health; Roanoke (IN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

IU Health Fort Wayne in Fort Wayne, IN seeks a Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) to join our team. The CNS will work to improve patient care outcomes and shape clinical education initiatives within a brand-new hospital opening in May 2027.

The CNS is a Masters-prepared APRN, serving as an educator, leader, researcher, and consultant across patient care, nursing, and systems in their specialty. This role requires an RN license in Indiana (or NLC) and BLS certification, with 3-5 years of advanced

Qualifications

• BSN required; CNS masteror CNS position.
• Active RN license in Indiana or NLC license.
• 3-5 years of advanced clinical skills.
• BLS certification; additional life support may be required per unit/department policies.

Skills

Active RN license

BLS certification

3-5 years advanced clinical skills

Education

BSN

Master of Nursing (CNS)

Job description

Overview

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 Plan with employer match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Student Loan Forgiveness Program for eligible participants to help reduce remaining student loan balances over time
• Employee Assistance Program providing free counseling services
• Healthy Results Incentive Programs that 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.