Clinical Nurse Specialist - MSU Educator & Quality Leader

Indiana University Health System; Avon (IN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) match

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid medical leave

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Indiana University Health West Hospital is seeking a Masters-prepared Clinical Nurse Specialist to enhance patient care within Medical Surgical Units. This CNS will serve as an expert clinician, educator, leader, researcher, and consultant to influence nursing practices and system improvements.

The CNS will lead education, quality initiatives, and interprofessional collaboration while mentoring staff to promote evidence-based care and clinical excellence.

Qualifications

• BSN required; Master’s degree in Nursing with CNS specialization required.
• Active RN license in Indiana or NLC license with CNS scope.
• 3–5 years advanced clinical experience in medical–surgical or perioperative settings.
• BLS certification; ACLS may be required per department policy.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a clinical expert in medical–surgical nursing practices and provide advanced consultation.
• Develop and facilitate educational programs to enhance staff competency.
• Lead quality improvement initiatives and participate in research to improve outcomes.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to optimize systems and patient care.
• Mentor and support nursing staff to foster clinical excellence.

Skills

Clinical expertise

Educator

Leadership

Quality improvement

Education

BSN

Master’s degree in Nursing (CNS)

Job description

Indiana University Health West Hospital is seeking a Masters-prepared Clinical Nurse Specialist to enhance patient care within Medical Surgical Units. This CNS will serve as an expert clinician, educator, leader, researcher, and consultant to influence nursing practices and system improvements.

The CNS will lead education, quality initiatives, and interprofessional collaboration while mentoring staff to promote evidence-based care and clinical excellence.