Clinical Nurse Specialist-Clinical Quality & EBP

The MetroHealth System (Cleveland, OH); Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

METROHEALTH MEDICAL CENTER in Cleveland is seeking a Clinical Nurse Specialist to lead advanced practice initiatives and collaborate with care teams to improve patient outcomes. The role emphasizes leadership, evidence-based practice, and system-wide problem solving.

The CNS performs independent assessment, mentors staff, and implements clinical programs aligned with organizational goals while ensuring compliance and high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
• Current Ohio CNS licensure; MSN Leadership; BLS; certification within 90 days of hire.
• Additional life support certifications in practice area within 180 days of hire.
• Strong communication and computer literacy for documentation.

Skills

Nurse leadership

Clinical competencies

Communication

Education

MSN in Nursing Leadership

Ohio CNS licensure

Job description

Location

METROHEALTH MEDICAL CENTER

Biweekly Hours

80.00

Shift

0800-1630

Summary

The MetroHealth System is redefining health care by going beyond medical treatment to improve the foundations of community health and well-being: affordable housing, a cleaner environment, economic opportunity and access to fresh food, convenient transportation, legal help and other services. The system strives to become as good at preventing disease as it is at treating it. Founded in 1837, Cuyahoga County’s safety-net health system operates four hospitals, four emergency departments and more than 20 health centers.

Qualifications

• Required: Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
• Current licensure as a Clinical Nurse Specialist in the State of Ohio Master of Science in Nursing Leadership ability and ability to work independently with a flexible schedule Current Basic Life Support Certification through the American Heart Association or obtains within 90 days of hire.
• Obtains other advanced life support certifications applicable to the practice area within 180 days of hire.
• Preferred: Certification in a clinical specialty Physical Demand: May need to move around intermittently during the day, including sitting, standing, stooping, bending, and ambulating.
• May need to remain still for extended periods, including sitting and standing.
• Ability to communicate face-to-face, by email, and other communications.
• Ability to read job-related documents.
• Ability to use a computer.