Clinical Nurse Specialist, Neuroscience Continuum

CHOC•Orange, CA

19d

About The Position

The Neuroscience Continuum Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS), serves as an advanced practice registered nurse who brings expert clinical knowledge and leadership to support high-quality, evidence-based care to our Neuro patients across the inpatient and outpatient setting. Working across three spheres of impact—patient, nursing practice, and organizational systems—the CNS provides clinical consultation, leads quality improvement initiatives, and advances nursing practice to improve patient outcomes and experiences.

Requirements

Minimum two (2) years of pediatric nursing care experience in specialty area.
Master of Science degree in Nursing from an accredited school.
Knowledge of regulatory/accreditation agency standards.
Knowledge of current trends and issues in specialty.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Staff development and needs assessment techniques.
Interpersonal relationship skills including problem solving
Organizational and prioritization skills.
Critical thinking and problem-solving skills; motivational skills and the ability to set goals and evaluate results in accordance with the highest standards.
Provides care with sensitivity and respect.
Advances care through development of new ideas and technology; promotes teamwork to achieve CHOC's mission; understands and exceed customer expectations; effective computer and presentation skills.
Basic Life Support (BLS)
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
Registered Nurse – CA (RN)
Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS)

Nice To Haves

One (1) year of previous experience in CNS role.
Specialty based certifications.
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
Advance Trauma Course RN (ATCN)
Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course
Trauma Nursing Core Course
Comprehensive Crisis Management - CHOC.
For associates in the NICU Department: Neonatal Resuscitation Provider (NRP) is required.