Clinical Nurse Specialist - Surgical Services - CNS

Mayo Clinic; Guadalupe (AZ); On-site; USD 112,000 - 167,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage options

Dental coverage or reimbursement

Vision plan with national network

Pre-tax savings: HSA/FSAs

Competitive retirement package

Job summary

Mayo Clinic is seeking a Master’s‑prepared Clinical Nurse Specialist to practice at the top of their license across diverse specialty areas. The CNS collaborates with nursing leadership to drive evidence‑based practice, improve patient outcomes, and elevate clinical standards across the organization.

The CNS will lead as a nurse leader in patient care, nursing practice, and organizational systems, joining a nationally recognized healthcare system and advancing advanced nursing practice in a

Qualifications

• Master's degree with a CNS focus; DNP preferred.
• RN license per state requirements; APRN-CNS certification or equivalent.
• APRN-CNS license; other CNS certifications as required.
• BLS/CPR certification from AHA, Red Cross, or Military Training Network.
• Five years nursing experience with two in the specialty preferred.
• Substance-use restrictions: two-year clean history required for addictions role.

Responsibilities

• Lead evidence-based practice across designated populations.
• Improve patient outcomes and elevate clinical standards organization-wide.
• Collaborate with nursing leadership to drive improvements.
• Provide CNS leadership within three spheres of influence.

Skills

CNS expertise

Nursing leadership

Evidence-based practice

Flexibility in schedule

Patient care focus

5+ years nursing experience

Education

Master's degree in Nursing (CNS focus)

Doctorate in Nursing Practice preferred

Job description

Why Mayo Clinic

Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation andcomprehensive benefit plans– to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.

Benefits Highlights

• Medical:Multiple plan options.
• Dental:Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
• Vision:Affordable plan with national network.
• Pre-Tax Savings:HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
• Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.

Responsibilities

Mayo Clinic is seeking Master's-prepared Clinical Nurse Specialists to practice at the top of their license across diverse specialty areas. CNS professionals' partner with nursing leadership to drive evidence-based practice, improve patient outcomes, and elevate clinical standards across the organization.

The Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) works collaboratively to improve the quality of patient care and promote desired patient outcomes in a designated population/specialty practice. The CNS functions as a leader within the three spheres of influence (Patient/Client, Nurses and Nursing Practice, Organization/System), and is an active participant in the nursing leadership team.

Join a nationally recognized healthcare system and lead advanced nursing practice within a collaborative, patient-centered environment.

This role is eligible for TN sponsorship.

Qualifications

• Master's degree with a major in nursing with a Clinical Nurse Specialist focus. Doctorate of Nursing Practice degree preferred.
• Experience as a CNS preferred.
• Flexibility to adjust schedule to meet patient needs and CNS workload.
• Five years of successful work experience in nursing with two years in the specialty area preferred.
• As a condition of employment, individuals working with addictions services must be free from problematic substance use for a minimum of the immediately preceding two years at time of hire.

License and Certifications

• Current RN license by applicable state requirements.
• This RN job may require a RN license in multiple states.
• Current Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, Clinical Nurse Specialist (APRN-CNS) license by applicable state requirements. If state doesn't have APRN licensure, Clinical Nurse Specialist Certification, in designated specialty by a nationally recognized body deemed acceptable by the State Board of Nursing in the state the CNS practices or a documented waiver deemed acceptable by the Board of Nursing in the state the CNS practices, when there is no Clinical Nurse Specialist Certification examination for the specialty.
• Current Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers from one of the following programs: American Heart Association (BLS for Health Care Providers), Red Cross (CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and Health Care Providers), or Military Training Network is recommended.
• Additional specialty certification/training as required by the work area.

Specialty Population: Medical Surgical is the area the position will support.

Exemption Status

Exempt

Compensation Detail

$111,508.80 - $167,273.60 / year (Annual salary based on 1.0 FTE)

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Schedule

Full Time

Hours/Pay Period

80

Schedule Details

Monday-FridayHours: Typically 8:00 AM- 4:00 PM, flexible with earlier starts or later depending on business needs.

Weekend Schedule

No weekendsNo call

International Assignment

No

Site Description

Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives.Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is.

Equal Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the"EOE is the Law". Mayo Clinic participates inE-Verifyand may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.