Clinical Nurse Specialist - Medical Surgical

ChristianaCare • Newark, DE

1d • $102,149 - $163,446 • Onsite

About The Position

ChristianaCare Wilmington Hospital is seeking an experienced Clinical Nurse Specialist for the 5B Medical Unit to lead and promote professionalism and competency within the nursing team. The role integrates research findings into nursing practice to facilitate positive change. The Clinical Nurse Specialist functions as an Advanced Practice Clinician, providing direct patient care, educating staff and patients and families, offering consultation, and engaging in research activities. The position receives direction and supervision from the Chief Nursing Officer / Nurse Manager.

The Clinical Nurse Specialist serves as a clinical consultant and resource to patients, families, and staff in the specialty area; provides advanced practice care and treatment for complex patients throughout the system; and collaborates with professionals from multiple disciplines to enhance patient outcomes. The role applies advanced clinical decision-making, supports evidence-based nursing practice, guides staff development, and participates in performance improvement initiatives. It also provides care coordination and continuity appropriate to adolescent, neonatal, and adult patients, including knowledge of growth and development and the ability to identify and address patient needs.

This is a full-time position in Wilmington, Delaware, with a Monday–Friday schedule and an 8–10-hour shift. The annual compensation range is $102,148.80–$163,446.40. The actual salary offered depends on individual factors, including skills, relevant experience, and qualifications.

Requirements

• Active Delaware RN licensure or a compact state license.
• Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) license in Delaware.
• Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) as a Clinical Nurse Specialist.
• BLS certification.
• Knowledge of the nursing process and research design.
• Ability to engage in leadership, teaching, group dynamics, problem-solving, system coordination, and staff development.

Nice To Haves

• Professional certification; Medical-Surgical Certification is preferred.
• At least five years of relevant clinical nursing experience in an inpatient hospital setting is preferred.
• CNS students with an expected graduation date within 15 months are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Acts as a clinical consultant and resource to patients, families, and staff in the area of specialty.
• Provides advanced practice care and treatment for complex patients throughout the system.
• Collaborates with professionals from multiple disciplines to enhance patient outcomes.
• Uses advanced clinical decision-making skills appropriately.
• Collaborates with the supervising psychiatrist regarding findings and treatment recommendations.
• Provides teaching and counseling to selected patients and families.
• Collaborates in the review of educational materials.
• Assists staff in developing innovative and cost-effective patient care programs.
• Uses, participates in, and disseminates research to enhance evidence-based practice.
• Promotes research-based practice in nursing care.
• Provides a comprehensive evaluation of the patient’s current status, past psychiatric history, and mental status.
• Guides staff in professional development and acts as a mentor.
• Actively participates in Performance Improvement initiatives.
• Provides direct patient care as needed.
• Coordinates and supports continuity of care appropriate to adolescent, neonatal, and adult patients, using knowledge of growth and development and the ability to identify patient needs and provide appropriate care.
• Performs assigned work safely, follows departmental safety rules and practices, and promptly reports unsafe activities, conditions, hazards, or safety violations.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Two retirement planning offerings, including a 403(b) with company contributions.
• Paid time off with annual rollover and opportunities to cash out.
• 12-week paid parental leave.
• Tuition assistance.
• Care.com membership, access to backup care services for dependents through Care@Work, retirement planning services, financial coaching, fitness and wellness reimbursement, and discounts through vendors.
• Employee assistance program.

What This Job Offers

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