Clinical Nurse Specialist — Educator, Leader & Innovator

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

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.