NICU Clinical Nurse Specialist: Educator & Leader

Sharp HealthCare; Oceanside (CA); On-site; USD 81,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

Sharp HealthCare in Oceanside is seeking a Nurse Specialist to lead NICU education and clinical initiatives. You will act as educator and consultant to the NICU team, guiding staff development and implementing evidence-based practices across the care continuum.

The role requires a Master's in Nursing, CA RN licensure, and CNS certification, plus BLS, NRP, and ACLS credentials. You will collaborate with physicians and participate in NICU committees to improve patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Nursing required.
• 3 years clinical experience as a staff nurse.
• California RN license required.
• Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) certification required.
• AHA BLS for Healthcare Professionals required.
• NRP certification required.

Responsibilities

• Lead NICU clinical programs and education efforts.
• Serve as educator, consultant, and clinical expert for NICU staff and physicians.
• Coordinate NICU educational development and staff competency.
• Develop prevention strategies and protocols to improve patient outcomes.
• Collaborate with physicians to update guidelines and policies.
• Participate in NICU committees and quality monitoring.

Education

Master's Degree in Nursing

California RN License

Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS)

AHA BLS for Healthcare Professionals

Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)

ACLS Certification (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)

Job description

Sharp HealthCare in Oceanside is seeking a Nurse Specialist to lead NICU education and clinical initiatives. You will act as educator and consultant to the NICU team, guiding staff development and implementing evidence-based practices across the care continuum.

The role requires a Master's in Nursing, CA RN licensure, and CNS certification, plus BLS, NRP, and ACLS credentials. You will collaborate with physicians and participate in NICU committees to improve patient outcomes.