Clinical Nurse Specialist

WVUH West Virginia University Hospitals • Full-time • Parkersburg, West Virginia, United States • 4d ago

Welcome! We’re excited you’re considering an opportunity with us! To apply to this position and be considered, click the Apply button located above this message and complete the application in full. Below, you’ll find other important information about this position.

This position serves as an expert clinical nurse who utilizes specialized knowledge, skill, and competency for promoting optimum care of patients, families and/or significant others within his/her area of identified expertise. The CNS acts as a consultant to the patient, family and/or significant other, nurse, institution, and community in the area of his/her expertise to direct movement toward maximum levels of health.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:

1. Graduate of Nursing Program, BSN / BA required.

2. Position requires a Master's of Science in Nursing and/or related field or expected date for completion of program of study. Will be referred to as a Clinical Specialist until Master's degree completion.

3. Current West Virginia State license as a registered nurse required.

EXPERIENCE:

1. Progressive clinical and/or managerial experience in area of specialty hired.

CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties. Other duties may be assigned.

1. Supports the Plan for Patient Care and facilitates the delivery of nursing care via the Collaborative Practice Model.

2. Demonstrates knowledge of Area's of Service Line and assures the provision of area of specialty nursing care in accordance with

specialty, regulatory and CCMC practice standards.

3. Assists with the development of area / program strategic plans reflective of corporate goals to facilitate effective progress.

4. In conjunction with Service Line Department Head, identifies department / program Performance Management Plan processes with staff participation to identify patient care issues / problems and to develop action plans to resolve problems, improve outcomes and exceed customer expectations.

5. In conjunction with Service Line Department Head, trains staff to provide competent care through development, implementation and ongoing evaluation of department/program competencies based orientation, education and evaluation programs.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Cognizant of environmental factors, infection control issues and maintains a safe environment.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

1. Ability to be scheduled for work based on operational needs of the hospital.

2. Possesses the ability to deal tactfully and harmoniously with guests.

3. Analytical skills necessary in order to develop and assist in implementation of standards of care and standards of practice and evaluation of nursing care delivered to area of specialty.

4. Ability to assume responsibility for the best use of time and personal productivity in the interest of utilizing self as an important corporate resource.

5. Interpersonal skills necessary to communicate and coordinate programs with a variety of health care personnel, and outside individuals or organizations.

6. Ability to organize and prioritize time and tasks to achieve a well-coordinated work effort and to effectively meet work schedules, including an ability to integrate multiple factors which may have an impact on patient care, including variance in human resources.

Additional Job Description:

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

Shift:

Exempt/Non-Exempt:

United States of America (Exempt)

Company:

CCMC Camden Clark Medical Center

Cost Center:

568 CCMC Educational Services

Address:

800 Garfield AveParkersburgWest Virginia

WVU Medicine is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. We value diversity among our workforce and invite applications from all qualified applicants regardless of race, ethnicity, culture, gender, sexual orientation, sexual identity, gender identity and expression, socioeconomic status, language, national origin, religious affiliation, spiritual practice, age, mental and physical ability/disability or Veteran status.

Related Jobs

RN Nursing Supervisor

Eagle Pointe Healthcare Center • Full-time • Parkersburg, WV, US • 2d ago

RN Manager/Supervisor

Nurses are at the heart of our world-class, patient-centered standard of care. Day in and day out, they go the extra mile to make a lasting difference in the lives of our residents and their families. Travel that extr...

2d ago

VIEW JOB

Registered Nurse (RN)

IntelyCare • Per Diem • Marietta, OH, US • $38 - $71 / hour • 2d ago

Make an hourly rate of up to $71 as a Registered Nurse (RN) in Marietta, OH (and surrounding areas), with a work schedule that you control and the benefits of a W2 job. That's right, at IntelyCare you get to decide...

2d ago

VIEW JOB

RN Registered Nurse, PRN

Eagle Pointe Healthcare Center • Per Diem • Parkersburg, WV, US • 4d ago

A DEEPER COMPASSION, FOR A HIGHER PURPOSE Nurses are at the heart of our world-class, patient-centered standard of care. Day in and day out, they go the extra mile to make a lasting difference in the lives of our re...

4d ago

VIEW JOB

RN- Harmar Place

United Church Homes • Full-time • Marietta, Ohio, United States • 5d ago

Community Name: Harmar Place CommunityThe Staff Nurse (RN) is responsible for operating within scope of practice to coordinate care delivery interventions for approximately 25 residents in assigned area in accordanc...

5d ago

VIEW JOB

RN Registered Nurse

Worthington Healthcare Center • Full-time • Parkersburg, WV, US • 5d ago

Worthington Healthcare Center , a member of the CommuniCare Family of Companies, is currently recruiting for RN Charge Nurses to join our team. Now Offering Daily Pay! Work Today, Get Paid Tomorrow! We offer a compr...

5d ago

VIEW JOB

RN Nursing Unit Manager

Eagle Pointe Healthcare Center • Full-time • Parkersburg, WV, US • 5d ago

RN Manager/Supervisor

5d ago

VIEW JOB

Registered Nurse (RN), Regional MDS Coordinator

CommuniCare Corporate • Full-time • Parkersburg, WV, US • 1w ago

RN MDS

CommuniCare Health Services is currently looking to fill the key position of RN Regional MDS Coordinator for for its facilities in Virginia, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia. This position requires a Registered Nurs...

1w ago

VIEW JOB

RN Registered Nurse

Eagle Pointe Healthcare Center • Full-time • Parkersburg, WV, US • 1w ago

1w ago

VIEW JOB

RN Mobile Director of Nursing (DON)

CommuniCare Corporate • Parkersburg, WV, US • 1w ago

RN Director of Nursing

RN - Mobile Director of Nursing - Long Term Care **This Job Requires Travel and Previous Long Term Care Experience** CommuniCare Health Services owns and operates over 130 facilities in 6 states. CommuniCare is...

1w ago

VIEW JOB

Operating Room Travel Registered Nurse (RN)

American Traveler • Contract • Parkersburg, WV, US • $4,560 / week • 2w ago

RN Travel OR

American Traveler is offering a rewarding Operating Room Registered Nurse (RN) contract position in Parkersburg West Virginia. Shift: Days 8 Job Length: 13 weeks -- RNs who work with us receive a highly competitive p...

2w ago

VIEW JOB