Neonatal ICU Clinical Nurse Specialist & Educator

County of Santa Clara; California (MO); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The County of Santa Clara is seeking a full-time Clinical Nurse Specialist for the Neonatal ICU at Santa Clara Valley Medical Center. This role includes assessing nursing care, guiding nursing staff, and serving as a consultant, educator, and researcher within the unit.

Ideal candidates will have a BSN and RN license in California, with at least 5 years of experience. The position offers opportunities for collaboration, education, and research, ensuring high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved nursing program (preferably BSN).
• Registered Nurse (RN) licensed in California.
• Certified as a Clinical Nurse Specialist in Neonatal ICU.
• At least five years of experience in a Joint Commission Certified Acute Care hospital.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care for patients.
• Guide nursing staff in expert care delivery.
• Develop discharge plans for patients.
• Evaluate own practice and update goals.

Skills

Clinical expertise in Neonatal ICU

Patient education

Collaboration with healthcare teams

Research application

Mentoring nursing staff

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Master's level education in nursing specialty

Job description

The County of Santa Clara is seeking a full-time Clinical Nurse Specialist for the Neonatal ICU at Santa Clara Valley Medical Center. This role includes assessing nursing care, guiding nursing staff, and serving as a consultant, educator, and researcher within the unit.

Ideal candidates will have a BSN and RN license in California, with at least 5 years of experience. The position offers opportunities for collaboration, education, and research, ensuring high-quality patient care.