Clinical Nurse Specialist- Perioperative

Indiana University Health; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Tuition reimbursement

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) match

Paid medical leave

Job summary

Indiana University Health North Hospital seeks a Masters-prepared Clinical Nurse Specialist to elevate patient care across medical-surgical units, serving as expert clinician, educator, leader, researcher, and consultant.

The CNS will drive nursing excellence, collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, and mentor staff to advance perioperative and medical-surgical practices within a supportive hospital system.

Qualifications

• BSN degree required.
• MSN with Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) specialization required.
• Active RN license in Indiana or NLC RN license (CNS in IN).
• 3–5 years of advanced clinical experience in medical-surgical or perioperative settings.
• BLS certification; ACLS may be required by 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 patient outcomes.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to optimize systems and processes for safe, patient-centered care.
• Mentor and support nursing staff to foster professional development and clinical excellence.

Skills

Advanced clinical practice

Educational program development

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Nursing leadership

Education

BSN

MSN (CNS)

Tools

BLS

ACLS

Job description

At Indiana University Health, we are dedicated to transforming healthcare and improving lives. As part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to deliver exceptional patient care, advance your career, and contribute to a supportive community committed to excellence.

We are seeking a passionate and skilled Clinical Nurse Specialist to join our Indiana University Health North Hospital team. This role will be supporting our Perioperative units.

Join Our Team

Indiana University Health North Hospital is committed to providing exceptional patient care and fostering professional growth. If you are a dedicated advanced practice nurse passionate about impacting patient outcomes and advancing nursing practice, we invite you to apply.

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.