Clinical Practice Specialist, Peds/PICU, Full Time Day
About The Position
In a collaborative and multidisciplinary environment, The Clinical Practice Specialist contributes professional and clinical nursing expertise to ensure the delivery of high-quality nursing care to specific patient populations within the Valley Health System. The role of the Clinical Practice Specialist advances the profession of nursing and encompasses: Expert clinical practice, Expert guidance and coaching of patients and families and other healthcare providers, Consultation/Collaboration, Research and Evidence Based Practice (EBP), Leadership (clinical, professional, and systems). The Clinical Practice Specialist works with staff to influence, guide, direct and develop clinical and professional nursing skills. The role requires the setting of measurable goals and objectives within a framework of current evidence-based practice to assist in development of optimal treatment plans, facilitate optimal outcomes for patients and their families, and ensure overall continuity of care across the health system.
Requirements
- Master's degree required.
- National certification required within 2 years to complete.
- Current licensure as a Registered Professional Nurse in the State of New Jersey required.
- Minimum of 3-5 years of clinical nursing practice experience, primarily in area of specialty.
- Ability to apply nursing process toward achievement of specific outcomes in an organized fashion which addresses patient/family satisfaction.
- Evidence of excellent interpersonal skills, effective communication skills, and creative problem solving.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in adult education principles preferred.
- Participation in pertinent professional and/or specialty organizations preferred.
Responsibilities
- Contributes professional and clinical nursing expertise to ensure the delivery of high-quality nursing care to specific patient populations.
- Advances the profession of nursing through expert clinical practice, guidance and coaching of patients, families, and healthcare providers.
- Engages in consultation, collaboration, research, and Evidence Based Practice (EBP).
- Provides leadership in clinical, professional, and systems aspects.
- Works with staff to influence, guide, direct, and develop clinical and professional nursing skills.
- Sets measurable goals and objectives within a framework of current evidence-based practice.
- Assists in the development of optimal treatment plans.
- Facilitates optimal outcomes for patients and their families.
- Ensures overall continuity of care across the health system.
Benefits
- Medical/Prescription, Dental & Vision Discount Program (Full Time/Part Time Employees)
- Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D (Full Time Employees)
- Flexible Spending Accounts and Commuter Benefit Plans
- Supplemental Voluntary Benefits (e.g. Short-term and Long-term Disability, Whole Life Insurance, Legal Support, etc.)
- 6 Paid Holidays
- Paid Time Off (varies)
- Wellness Time Off
- Extended Illness
- Retirement Plan
- Tuition Assistance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Valley Health LifeStyles Fitness Center Membership Discount
- Day Care Discounts for Various Daycare Facilities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
