Clinical Nurse Specialist - CVICU
Location: San Jose, CA
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8 AM - 5 PM
Position Summary:
The Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) for CVICU will focus on enhancing clinical practice through training, orientation, and support of staff in a high-acuity cardiovascular intensive care unit.
Key Responsibilities:
- Establishes and monitors care standards; recommends clinical practice changes.
- Collaborates with nursing staff on care plans for complex, high-risk patients and evaluates care effectiveness.
- Designs and implements educational programs for patients/families and staff, ensuring competency and skill development.
- Provides clinical consultation to healthcare providers across settings.
- Develops best nursing practices and assists in staff evaluations related to clinical competence.
- Participates in QA&I initiatives, analyzing patient care data and outcomes.
- Utilizes health system technology to manage and evaluate care delivery.
Key Requirements:
- CNS Certification required.
- Experience in CVICU and in training staff, including nursing orientation.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience
- Doctorate of Nursing Practice (DNP) preferred.
Compensation:
- Salary: $185,000 – $210,000/year.
- Comprehensive benefits package