TEMP Clinical Practice Manager Clinical Nurse Specialist - OR

Care New England; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization seeks a Clinical Practice Manager/Clinical Nurse Specialist who excels in nursing practices and education. This role involves managing clinical nursing, leading teams for patient care improvements, and engaging in research. Ideal candidates will have advanced degrees and substantial nursing experience, alongside vital communication and leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in healthcare field required; Master's Degree in Nursing preferred.
• Minimum 5 years related experience required.
• Current licensure in the State of Rhode Island required.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates excellence in clinical nursing as a role model and consultant.
• Leads interdisciplinary teams to improve quality and outcomes of patient care.
• Participates in research to promote evidence-based practice.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Teaching

Analytical Skills

Education

Master's Degree in Nursing

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Tools

Word Processing Software

Spreadsheets

Presentation Software

Job description

Job Summary:

The Clinical Practice Manager/Clinical Nurse Specialist (CPM/CNS) demonstrates excellence in clinical nursing by serving as a professional role model, expert consultant, educator, and resource in managing and developing clinical nursing practice.

In collaboration with the nursing director/manager and nursing staff, assesses, plans, designs, organizes, implements and evaluates the professional development and educational activities to address identified or anticipated needs of learners.

Leads and collaborates with leadership and interdisciplinary teams to partner for practice transitions, improve the quality, safety, and outcomes of patient care. Analyze clinical and non-clinical variables to influence, supervise, manage or oversee patient care needs, and predict and manage responses and resources.

Actively participates in research creating a culture of scientific inquiry and evidence-based practice.

Demonstrates excellence in providing direct and indirect nursing care to patients and their families, as required.

Aligns with the mission, vision and values, and strategic goals of the organization.

CPM/CNS will be required to flex their schedule to meet the orientation and education needs of the nursing staff and orientees.

Specifications:

• Masters Degree in healthcare field required, Master's Degree in Nursing (MSN) preferred; Bachelors of Science in Nursing with work-in-progress toward MSN degree will be considered.
• Minimum 5 years related experience required.
• Clinical Nurse Specialist preferred. Must have and maintain current licensure in the State of Rhode Island. A minimum of five to seven years, demonstrated progressive nursing leadership or education roles required.
• Must have and maintain credentials required for clinical area, which may include ACLS, BLS, and NRP. (If, NRP is required for clinical area, must obtain instructor status within the first year of employment).
• Certification in specialty area is required or must be achieved within the first year of employment. Membership in professional nursing organization required or must be achieved within the first year of employment. Excellent human relations, verbal, and written communication skills required.
• Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheets, and presentation computer software required.
• Teaching experience is highly desirable.

• Care New England Health System (CNE) and its member institutions, Butler Hospital, Women & Infants Hospital, Kent Hospital, VNA of Care New England, Integra, The Providence Center, and Care New England Medical Group, and our Wellness Center, are trusted organizations fueling the latest advances in medical research, attracting the nation’s top specialty trained doctors, and honing renowned services and innovative programs to engage in the important discussions people need to have about their health.

  Americans with Disability Act Statement: External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled must be able to perform the essential job specific functions either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation, to be determined by the organization on a case by case basis.

  EEOC Statement: Care New England is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status

  Ethics Statement: Employee conducts himself/herself consistent with the ethical standards of the organization including, but not limited to hospital policy, mission, vision, and values

WIH Internal Posting Period: 5/28 - 6/3/2025