CLINICAL NURSE SPECIALIST EXTERN, FMFH - MEDICAL/SURGICAL

Froedtert ThedaCare; Menomonee Falls (WI); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Growth opportunity - Career Pathways & Career Tuition Assistance

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance

Referral bonuses

Retirement plan - 403b

Job summary

Froedtert Health is hiring a Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) Extern in Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin. This hybrid role allows registered nurses enrolled in a graduate program to assist in transitioning to independent CNS practice while supporting patients' care.

The position involves collaboration with various teams to design and evaluate nursing programs, driven by a commitment to achieving quality outcomes. Candidates should have at least three years of RN experience and hold an accredited nursing degree.

Comprehensive benefits include health insurance, paid time off, and growth opportunities within the Froedtert Health network.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of successful work experience as an RN.
• Experience in a specialty area is preferred.
• Completion of advanced nursing coursework.

Responsibilities

• Assist transition to full CNS practice under supervision.
• Design, implement and evaluate patient-specific and population-based programs.
• Provide leadership in advancing nursing practice to achieve quality outcomes.

Skills

Patient advocacy

Clinical assessment

Leadership

Education

Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing

Enrollment in accredited CNS program

Job description

Overview

Location: US:WI:MENOMONEE FALLS at our FROEDTERT MEN FALLS HOSPITAL facility. This job is HYBRID. FTE: 1.000000. Standard Hours: 40.00. Shift: Shift 1. Shift Details: Holidays: Weekends:

Job Summary

A Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) Extern is a registered nurse who is enrolled in a graduate program and is in training to become a certified Clinical Nurse Specialist. The intent of the role is to assist transition into full CNS practice in a supportive way, and all job responsibilities will be carried out under the supervision of a certified CNS. The CNS Extern will function within three spheres of impact (Patient/Client, Nurses and Nursing Practice, Organization/System), and is an active participant in the nursing leadership team. The CNS Extern specialty may be focused on individuals, populations, settings, type of care, type of problem or diagnostic systems subspecialty. The CNS Extern practices with the support of a formal mentor to integrate knowledge of disease and medical treatments into the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of patients illnesses. These nurses design, implement and evaluate both patient-specific and population-based programs. CNS Externs provide leadership in advancing the practice of nursing to achieve quality and cost-effective patient outcomes as well as alternative solutions that address system problems and/or patient care issues. CNS Externs serve as patient advocates, consultants and researchers in various settings. (ANA, 2004, p15).

Experience Description

A minimum of 3 years of successful work experience as an RN is required. A minimum of 3 years of successful work experience as an RN in a specialty area is preferred.

Education Description

Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing is minimally required. Must be enrolled in a Master, post-Masters certificate or DNP level accredited CNS program with completion of the following: (1) specific coursework - advanced pathophysiology, advanced pharmacology & advanced physical assessment and (2) a portion of required clinical hours. Completion of formal Masters, post-Masters certificate or DNP program with CNS concentration is required within 2 years of starting CNS Extern role.

Licensure Description

Licensure to practice nursing in Wisconsin is required. American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support for the Healthcare Provider (BLS) or an AHA approved equivalent is required within 90 days.

Perks & Benefits

• Paid time off
• Growth opportunity - Career Pathways & Career Tuition Assistance, CEU opportunities
• Academic Partnership with the Medical College of Wisconsin
• Referral bonuses
• Retirement plan - 403b
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability, Free Workplace Clinics
• Employee Assistance Programs, Adoption Assistance, Healthy Contributions, Care@Work, Moving Assistance
• Discounts on gym memberships, travel and other work life benefits available

The Froedtert Health network is a partnership between Froedtert Health and the Medical College of Wisconsin supporting a shared mission of patient care, innovation, medical research and education. Our health network operates eastern Wisconsin's only academic medical center and adult Level I Trauma center engaged in thousands of clinical trials and studies. The Froedtert & MCW health network includes ten hospitals, nearly 2,000 physicians and more than 45 health centers and clinics serving patients across the Midwest and the nation.

Note: We are an Equal Opportunity Employer who values and maintains an environment that attracts, recruits, engages and retains a diverse workforce. We welcome protected veterans to share their priority consideration status with us at 262-439-1961. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing. During your application and interview process, if you have a need that requires an accommodation, please contact us at 262-439-1961. We will attempt to fulfill all reasonable accommodation requests.