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Clinical Nurse Specialist - CVICU - 2738263

San Jose, CA

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

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