Clinical Nurse Specialist - CNS

Mayo Clinic; Rochester (MN); On-site; USD 89,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

The Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) at Mayo Clinic collaborates to improve patient care within a designated specialty practice. The CNS acts as a leader across patient, nursing, and organizational spheres and participates in the nursing leadership team.

Requires a Master’s degree in nursing with a CNS focus; Doctorate preferred. Current RN and CNS licensure, with TN sponsorship eligibility, alongside five years of nursing experience (two in the specialty). Mayo Clinic Rochester, MN location.

Qualifications

• Master's degree with a major in nursing with a Clinical Nurse Specialist focus.
• Doctorate of Nursing Practice degree preferred.
• Five years of successful work experience in nursing with two years in the specialty area preferred.
• Current RN license in applicable state and CNS licensure requirements.

Responsibilities

• The CNS works collaboratively to improve patient care and promote outcomes within designated practice.
• Leads as a member of the nursing leadership team across patient, nurses, and organization spheres.

Education

Master's in Nursing (CNS)

Doctorate preferred

Job description

Why Mayo Clinic

Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans—to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.

Benefits Highlights

• Medical:Multiple plan options.
• Dental:Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
• Vision:Affordable plan with national network.
• Pre-Tax Savings:HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
• Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.

Responsibilities

The Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) works collaboratively to improve the quality of patient care and promote desired patient outcomes in a designated population/specialty practice. The CNS functions as a leader within the three spheres of influence (Patient/Client, Nurses and Nursing Practice, Organization/System), and is an active participant in the nursing leadership team. This role is eligible for TN sponsorship. Successful sponsorship will require state licensure and completion of the VisaScreen or equivalent certification.

Qualifications

Master's degree with a major in nursing with a Clinical Nurse Specialist focus. Doctorate of Nursing Practice degree preferred

Experience as a CNS preferred.

Flexibility to adjust schedule to meet patient needs and CNS workload.

Five years of successful work experience in nursing with two years in the specialty area preferred.

License and Certifications:

• Current RN license by applicable state requirements. This RN job may require a RN license in multiple states.
• Current APRN, CNS license by applicable state requirements. If state doesn't have APRN licensure, Clinical Nurse Specialist Certification, in designated specialty by a nationally recognized body deemed acceptable by the State Board of Nursing in the state the CNS practices or a documented waiver deemed acceptable by the Board of Nursing in the state the CNS practices, when there is no Clinical Nurse Specialist Certification examination for the specialty.
• Maintains current Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers from one of the following programs: American Heart Association (BLS for Health Care Providers), Red Cross (CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and Health Care Providers), or Military Training Network. Additional specialty certification/training as required by the work area is highly recommended.

Exemption Status

Exempt

Compensation Detail

$89,207.04 - $133,818.88 / year (based on 0.8 FTE)

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Schedule

Full Time

Hours/Pay Period

64

Schedule Details

Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, based on business needs.

Weekend Schedule

Based on business needs

International Assignment

No

Site Description

Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives.

Equal Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the EOE is the Law. Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.