Clinical Nurse Specialist - Adult Acute Care

Providence • Anchorage, AK

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Using the Synergy Model, the Sr Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) supports, supervises, and evaluates staff new to a clinical setting during their first 90 to 180 days (18 months at PAMC) on the unit. The CNS acts within the nurse-patient, nurse-nurse, and nurse-system spheres. They facilitate a multi-disciplinary and collaborative approach in the provision of health care within a specialty area. The role is responsible for promoting excellence in nursing care through the implementation of clinical standards of practice and establishing competency standards for staff members. The CNS demonstrates a firm knowledge base and clinical expertise, functions as a clinical resource, conducts and facilitates patient care consultation, and provides resources to assess the impact of appropriate practice on patient outcomes. They support clinical rounds with the multi-disciplinary health care team and work closely and collaboratively with physicians in establishing collegial relationships that benefit staff, patients, and the community. Providence caregivers are invaluable. Join our team at Providence Alaska Medical Center and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them. Apply today! Applicants that meet qualifications will receive a text with some additional questions from our Hire Vue system!

Requirements

• Master's Degree From a clinical nurse specialist program accredited by the Commission on the Collegiate of Nursing Education (CCNE) or the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission. (NLNAC).
• Upon hire: Alaska Registered Nurse License
• Upon hire: National Provider BLS - American Heart Association
• Upon hire: Current certification in area of specialty (i.e., CEN, CCRN)
• 3 years Registered nursing experience in area of specialty.
• 2 years Clinical leadership responsibility.

Nice To Haves

• Upon hire: CNS certification in area of specialty

Responsibilities

• Supports, supervises, and evaluates staff new to a clinical setting during their first 90 to 180 days (18 months at PAMC) on the unit.
• Acts within the nurse-patient, nurse-nurse, and nurse-system spheres.
• Facilitates a multi-disciplinary and collaborative approach in the provision of health care, within a specialty area.
• Responsible for the promotion of excellence in the provision of nursing care through the implementation of clinical standards of practice and establishing competency standards for staff members.
• Demonstrates a firm knowledge base and clinical expertise, function as a clinical resource, conduct and facilitate patient care consultation, and provide resources to assess the impact of appropriate practice on patient outcomes.
• Supports clinical rounds with the multi-disciplinary health care team.
• Work closely and collaboratively with the physicians in establishing collegial relationships that benefit our staff, patients, and community.

Benefits

• Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior