Clinical Nurse Specialist – Perioperative Excellence

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

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid medical leave

Job summary

Indiana University Health North Hospital invites a Masters-prepared Clinical Nurse Specialist to join our perioperative team. The CNS will serve as a clinical expert, educator, leader, researcher, and consultant to advance patient care practices and nursing excellence.

We seek an RN with a BSN and MSN CNS, Indiana license or NLC, and 3–5 years in medical-surgical or perioperative settings. The role offers professional growth, collaboration across disciplines, and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• BSN required.
• MSN with CNS specialization required.
• Active RN license in Indiana or NLC license.
• 3–5 years advanced clinical experience in medical-surgical or perioperative settings.
• BLS certification; ACLS may be required per department.

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.

Skills

Expert clinical practice

Staff education

Quality improvement

Mentorship

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

BSN

MSN CNS

Job description

Indiana University Health North Hospital invites a Masters-prepared Clinical Nurse Specialist to join our perioperative team. The CNS will serve as a clinical expert, educator, leader, researcher, and consultant to advance patient care practices and nursing excellence.

We seek an RN with a BSN and MSN CNS, Indiana license or NLC, and 3–5 years in medical-surgical or perioperative settings. The role offers professional growth, collaboration across disciplines, and a supportive work environment.