Clinical Nurse Specialist-Clinical Quality & EBP - Cleveland, OH

Location: METROHEALTH MEDICAL CENTER

Biweekly Hours: 80.00

Shift: 0800-1630

This position will oversee MetroHealth's Critical Care Units

The MetroHealth System is redefining health care by going beyond medical treatment to improve the foundations of community health and well-being: affordable housing, a cleaner environment, economic opportunity and access to fresh food, convenient transportation, legal help and other services. The system strives to become as good at preventing disease as it is at treating it. Founded in 1837, Cuyahoga County's safety-net health system operates four hospitals, four emergency departments and more than 20 health centers.

Summary

The Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) is integral to the nursing leadership team. The Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) is a licensed registered nurse that has graduate preparation (master's or doctorate) in nursing a Clinical Nurse Specialist. The CNS assesses the impact of the social and economic forces on care delivery. Collaborates, participates, makes decisions, and has input into and supports the goals of the nursing service and specialty area. The APRN-CNS practice spans three spheres of influence: the patient/family, the nurse/healthcare team, and The MetroHealth System. While the practice balance across the three spheres may vary by specialty, the focus is the improvement of clinical and system outcomes. The CNS upholds the mission, vision, values, and customer service standards of The MetroHealth System.

Qualifications

Required: Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing. Current licensure as a Clinical Nurse Specialist in the State of Ohio Master of Science in Nursing Leadership ability and ability to work independently with a flexible schedule Current Basic Life Support Certification through the American Heart Association or obtains within 90 days of hire. Obtains other advanced life support certifications applicable to the practice area within 180 days of hire. Preferred: Certification in a clinical specialty Physical Demand: May need to move around intermittently during the day, including sitting, standing, stooping, bending, and ambulating. May need to remain still for extended periods, including sitting and standing. Ability to communicate face-to-face, by email, and other communications. Ability to read job-related documents. Ability to use a computer.