Heart Failure CNPS: Clinical Leader Innovator

Emory Healthcare; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits start day 1

Student loan repayment assistance

Family-focused benefits

Wellness incentives

Mentorship programs

Job summary

Emory Healthcare is seeking a Clinical Nurse Practice Specialist (CNPS) to lead advanced nursing practice and performance improvement across care settings. You will integrate clinical expertise with educational leadership to drive safe, evidence-based care and real-time performance accountability.

The role emphasizes translating evidence into practice, mentoring staff, and shaping care transformation initiatives while collaborating with nursing leaders and operational teams.

Qualifications

• MSN in nursing with leadership track preferred.
• 3 years of clinical nursing experience and 2 years in a performance/quality role.
• Active nursing license approved by Georgia Licensing Board, BLS, and specialty certs (ANCC/NAHQ/AACN).
• Doctoral degree or APRN may be preferred for advanced roles.

Responsibilities

• Leads design, implementation, and evaluation of care strategies aligning clinical standards with quality and performance goals.
• Translates emerging evidence and innovations into practice across diverse care settings.
• Promotes evidence-based practice and performance improvement across the nursing system.
• Mentors and coaches clinical staff on professional development and evidence-based projects.
• Leads collaboration with frontline teams and senior leadership to advance safety and patient advocacy.

Skills

Data-driven decisions

Root-cause analysis

Regulatory compliance

Quality improvement

Clinical leadership

Education

Master of Science in Nursing

Doctoral degree (DNP or PhD) or APRN

Job description

Emory Healthcare is seeking a Clinical Nurse Practice Specialist (CNPS) to lead advanced nursing practice and performance improvement across care settings. You will integrate clinical expertise with educational leadership to drive safe, evidence-based care and real-time performance accountability.

The role emphasizes translating evidence into practice, mentoring staff, and shaping care transformation initiatives while collaborating with nursing leaders and operational teams.