Clinical Nurse Specialist

IU Health•Fishers, IN

About The Position

At Indiana University Health, we are dedicated to transforming healthcare and improving lives. As part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to deliver exceptional patient care, advance your career, and contribute to a supportive community committed to excellence. We are seeking a passionate and skilled Clinical Nurse Specialist to join our Indiana University Health Fishers Hospital team. Join Our Team: Indiana University Health Fishers Hospital is committed to providing exceptional patient care and fostering professional growth. If you are a dedicated advanced practice nurse passionate about impacting patient outcomes and advancing nursing practice, we invite you to apply. The Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) is a Masters-prepared Advanced Practice Registered Nurse dedicated to enhancing patient care outcomes within the Medical Surgical Units. Serving in five key roles—Expert Clinician, Educator, Leader, Researcher, and Consultant—the CNS actively influences patient care practices, nursing excellence, and system improvements across their specialty areas. Indiana University Health is Indiana’s most comprehensive health system, with 15 hospitals and nearly 40,000 team members serving Hoosiers across the state. We’re looking for team members who are inspired by challenging and meaningful work for the good of every patient. People who are compassionate and serve with a purpose. People who aspire to excellence every day.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required.
Master’s degree in Nursing with specialization as a Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) required.
Valid and active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Indiana or an active Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) RN license, with the ability to practice as a CNS in Indiana.
3-5 years of advanced clinical experience in a medical-surgical setting or related area.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA).
Additional advanced life support certifications (e.g., ACLS) may be required based on departmental policies and patient care needs.

Responsibilities

Serve as a clinical expert in medical-surgical nursing practices, providing advanced consultation and support to staff and leadership.
Develop and facilitate educational programs to enhance staff competency and promote evidence-based practice.
Lead quality improvement initiatives and participate in research activities aimed at improving patient outcomes.
Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to optimize systems and processes that support safe, effective, and patient-centered care.
Provide mentorship and support to nursing staff, fostering professional development and clinical excellence.