Clinical Nurse Specialist: Elevate Patient Care & Practice

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center seeks an experienced Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) to lead advanced nursing practice across Medical-Surgical units with integrated PCU beds. The CNS role emphasizes patient-centered care, clinical mentorship, and evidence-based practice to improve outcomes and efficiency.

Qualified candidates hold an Ohio RN license with APRN-CNS certification, a master’s in nursing (DNP preferred), and relevant CNS experience.

Qualifications

• RN and APRN-CNS license in Ohio.
• Master’s degree in nursing required; DNP preferred.
• CNS certification required; specialty certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert care across patient, clinical practice, and system spheres.
• Mentor and support clinical staff to apply evidence-based practices.
• Collaborate with care teams to improve quality, patient outcomes, and LOS.
• Maintain licensure, continuing education, and compliance procedures.

Skills

Clinical expertise

Education

Master’s degree in nursing

Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) preferred

CNS certification

RN license + APRN-CNS license in OH

Job description

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center seeks an experienced Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) to lead advanced nursing practice across Medical-Surgical units with integrated PCU beds. The CNS role emphasizes patient-centered care, clinical mentorship, and evidence-based practice to improve outcomes and efficiency.

Qualified candidates hold an Ohio RN license with APRN-CNS certification, a master’s in nursing (DNP preferred), and relevant CNS experience.