Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) - Full Time - St. Mary's Hospital

Thank you for considering a career at Bon Secours!Scheduled Weekly Hours:40Work Shift:Days (United States of America)Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) - Med/Surg Oncology - St. Mary's HospitalJob DescriptionPrimary Function/General Purpose of PositionThe Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) is a registered nurse with clinical expertise within a selected area of nursing. The CNS functions as an educator, clinical expert, consultant, and researcher for the nursing staff. Collaborates with nursing leaders and other interdisciplinary staff to achieve patient outcomes. Leads, facilitates, and manages day-to-day clinical improvement activities related to nursing practice and process. Work function is targeted toward achieving quality, cost-effective evidenced based outcomes. Goals for targeted populations are attained through the synthesis of comparative clinical and aggregate data, development and application of standard indicators, and design and development of innovative programs.Essential Job FunctionsDemonstrates advanced, specialized knowledge of nursing practice issues related to clinical specialtyLeverages data to identify trends; shares measures of success and areas of opportunity with the interprofessional teamCollaborate with the interprofessional team and clinical unit leadership to identify areas of opportunity and construct improvement plansFacilitates change and collaborates with the healthcare team to identify gaps, barriers, and practice improvementSupport orientation, competency, and continuing education of staff in the clinical environmentActs as a patient safety advocate by participating in ongoing quality improvement in the hospital. Incorporates the professional practice model into care delivery.Analyzes the practice setting in a continuous improvement frameworkEstablishes and maintains standards of practice at the client, unit, hospital, corporate, community and national levelsProvides innovative and collaborative leadership in professional and clinical practice by role modeling, mentoring, and serving as a clinical consultantInitiates and participates in strategic planning at all levels of the health care systemFacilitates and interprets research, incorporating appropriate findings into practiceCoordinates, facilitates, provides and evaluates patient, staff and community education programsThe integration of ethical/legal concepts into the practice of self and others.This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.Licensing/CertificationMust be currently licensed as an Advanced Practice Nurse/Clinical Nurse Specialist in the state of practice or is eligible to initiate the application process (required)Must maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association (required)Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association (preferred)EducationMaster's prepared Registered Nurse from an accredited school of nursing (required)Continuing Education (CE), Continuing Education Units (CEU), Credit Hours (CH) (required)Work ExperienceMinimum of 5 years clinical experience (required)Clinical experience in health care research, data acquisition and statistical analysis (preferred)3-5 years of experience in application of performance improvement methods (preferred)Oral/written skills and previous work experience communicating complex theoretical and technical concepts to healthcare members, developing, and presenting formal educational programs, and effective collaboration with other healthcare members (required)Demonstrated group facilitation, problem solving, and analytical skills (required)TrainingTraining in LEAN/Six Sigma process (preferred)Word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation program abilities (preferred)EPIC Electronic Health Record (preferred)LanguageNonePatient PopulationDemonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age, specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures.Adolescents (13-17 years)Adults (18-64 years)Geriatrics (65 years and older)Working ConditionsPeriods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.Long-distance or air travel as needed- not to exceed 10% travel.General office environment.May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights.May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse.May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids.*May be required to use physical restraints.May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials.*May be exposed to adverse weather conditions; cold, hot, dust, wind, etc.May have periods of constant interruptions.Required to car travel to off-site locations, occasionally in adverse weather conditions.Prolonged periods of working alone.Physical RequirementsPhysical DemandsFrequency 0% 1-33% 34-66% 67-100%Lifting/ Carrying (0-50 lbs.) xLifting/ Carrying (50-100 lbs.) xPush/ Pull (0-50 lbs.) xPush/ Pull (50-100 lbs.) xStoop, Kneel xCrawling xClimbing xBalance xBending xWork PositionFrequency 0% 1-33 34-66% 67-100%Sitting xWalking xStanding xAdditional Physical Requirements/HazardsPhysical RequirementsManual dexterity (eye/hand coordination)Perform shift workManeuver weight of patientsHear alarms/telephone/audio recordingsReach above shoulderRepetitive arm/hand movementsFinger DexterityColor VisionAcuity - farAcuity - nearHazardsDepth perceptionUse of Latex productsExposure to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergentsExposure to moving mechanical partsExposure to dust/fumesExposure to potential electrical shockExposure to x ray/electromagnetic energyExposure to high pitched noisesGaseous risk exposureSkillsParticipate in BLS and/or ACLS events occurring within the acute care settingMonitor patient conditions during treatment and documentAdminister medications if needed and documentInform medical professionals regarding patient conditions and careRecord patient medical historiesBudgeting & Financial AcumenEvaluate employee performance during evaluation of competenciesAnalyzing data or informationPrepare and deliver presentations for executive level/mid-level leaders/frontline associate audiencesAttention to detailAcceptance of authorityCritical thinkingCommunication with family membersCommunication with patientsTeamworkConflict resolutionActive listeningRelationship buildingSelf-motivated to function autonomously in workBon Secours is an equal opportunity employer.As a Bon Secours associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being - personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.What we offerCompetitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurances, mental health resources and discountsPaid time off, parental and FMLA leave, shot- and long-term disability, backup care for children and eldersTuition assistance, professional development and continuing education supportBenefits may vary based on the market and employment status.Department:Nurse Educators - St. Mary's - Richmond