Clinical Nurse Specialist — PCU & ICU Leader

Ohio State University; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University Ross Heart Hospital is seeking a Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) to support PCU and ICU teams. This role emphasizes direct patient care, advanced clinical practice, and system-level improvements across the care continuum.

You will mentor staff, promote evidence-based care, and lead initiatives to improve quality, safety, and patient outcomes in a high-acuity setting. Rotating shifts, 40 hours weekly, on-site in Columbus.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program with RN and APRN in Ohio.
• Master’s degree in nursing and CNS certification.
• Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) preferred; specialty certification; CNS experience in assigned unit(s).

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care with advanced CNS practice across PCU & ICU.
• Mentor and support clinical staff; promote evidence‑based practice.
• Influence system‑level changes to improve quality, safety, and patient outcomes.

Skills

RN license

APRN Ohio

CNS certification

Master's in Nursing

Clinical leadership

Education

Master’s degree in nursing

CNS certification

Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) preferred

Job description

The Ohio State University Ross Heart Hospital is seeking a Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) to support PCU and ICU teams. This role emphasizes direct patient care, advanced clinical practice, and system-level improvements across the care continuum.

You will mentor staff, promote evidence-based care, and lead initiatives to improve quality, safety, and patient outcomes in a high-acuity setting. Rotating shifts, 40 hours weekly, on-site in Columbus.