Women’s Health CNS: Education, Quality & Practice Leader

St Claire; Morehead (KY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Claire Regional Med Center in Morehead, KY seeks a Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) for Women’s Health Services. This on-site role emphasizes staff development, evidence-based education, and leadership to improve patient care.

The CNS leads education initiatives, coordinates competency assessment, and partners with nursing leadership to advance quality, safety, and clinical practice across inpatient settings. A master’s degree in nursing and Kentucky RN license are required.

Qualifications

• Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) required.
• APRN, or Clinical Nurse Leader (CNL) credential preferred.
• 3 years bedside nursing experience required; 1 year as educator preferred.
• Current Kentucky RN license required.

Responsibilities

• Provide staff development, education, and competency assessment.
• Lead quality improvement and patient safety initiatives.
• Collaborate with interdisiplinary teams to improve outcomes.
• Translate evidence-based practice into education and policies.
• Coordinate nursing orientation and professional development.

Skills

Staff development

Education programs

Quality improvement

Clinical leadership

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

MSN

APRN

CNL

Kentucky RN license

Job description

St. Claire Regional Med Center in Morehead, KY seeks a Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) for Women’s Health Services. This on-site role emphasizes staff development, evidence-based education, and leadership to improve patient care.

The CNS leads education initiatives, coordinates competency assessment, and partners with nursing leadership to advance quality, safety, and clinical practice across inpatient settings. A master’s degree in nursing and Kentucky RN license are required.