Clinical Nurse Specialist- Perioperative

Indiana University Health System; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development opportunities

401(k) match

Paid medical leave

Job summary

Indiana University Health North Hospital is seeking a Master’s-prepared Clinical Nurse Specialist to advance patient care in Medical-Surgical Units, serving as expert clinician, educator, leader, researcher, and consultant.

The CNS will provide advanced consultation, develop education programs, lead quality improvement, collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, and mentor staff to promote evidence-based practice.

Qualifications

• Required: BSN and MSN with CNS specialization.
• Licensed RN in Indiana or eligible via NLC to practice as CNS.
• 3–5 years of advanced clinical experience in medical-surgical or perioperative settings.
• BLS certification; ACLS may be required by department.

Responsibilities

• Serve as clinical expert in medical-surgical nursing, providing advanced consultation and support to staff and leadership.
• Develop and facilitate educational programs to enhance staff competency and promote evidence-based practice.
• Lead quality improvement initiatives and participate in research activities to improve patient outcomes.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to optimize systems ensuring safe, effective, patient-centered care.
• Mentor nursing staff to foster professional development and clinical excellence.

Skills

Clinical expertise

Staff mentorship

Education program development

Quality improvement

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

BSN

MSN CNS

Job description

Join Our Team:

Indiana University Health North Hospital is committed to providing exceptional patient care and fostering professional growth.

Benefits:

As part of our renowned healthcare system, both part-time and full-time employees enjoy a diverse benefits package, which includes:

• Competitive compensation
• Professional development opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement
• 401(k) match
• Paid medical leave
• Health, dental, and vision insurance

Position Overview:

The Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) is a Masters-prepared Advanced Practice Registered Nurse dedicated to enhancing patient care outcomes within the Medical Surgical Units. Serving in five key roles-Expert Clinician, Educator, Leader, Researcher, and Consultant- the CNS actively influences patient care practices, nursing excellence, and system improvements across their specialty areas.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as a clinical expert in medical-surgical nursing practices, providing advanced consultation and support to staff and leadership.
• Develop and facilitate educational programs to enhance staff competency and promote evidence-based practice.
• Lead quality improvement initiatives and participate in research activities aimed at improving patient outcomes.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to optimize systems and processes that support safe, effective, and patient-centered care.
• Provide mentorship and support to nursing staff, fostering professional development and clinical excellence.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required.
• Master's degree in Nursing with specialization as a Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) required.
• Valid and active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Indiana or an active Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) RN license, with the ability to practice as a CNS in Indiana.
• 3-5 years of advanced clinical experience in a medical-surgical or perioperative setting.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA).
• Additional advanced life support certifications (e.g., ACLS) may be required based on departmental policies and patient care needs.