Baystate Health
Clinical Nurse Specialist R32505 Nurse Educators - Baystate Health
Baystate Health, Springfield, Massachusetts, us, 01119
Req#: R32505Category(s):
Nursing, Nurse EducatorsFull Time / Part Time:
Full-TimeShift:
First
Baystate Health, a nationally recognized leader in healthcare quality and safety, and home to Baystate Medical Center (BMC), a Magnet Hospital for Nursing Excellence, is looking for
a Clinical Nurse Specialist at BMC to join our team!
The Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) is a licensed registered nurse that has graduate preparation (master’s or doctorate) in nursing as a clinical nurse specialist. The role of a CNS provides leadership and clinical expertise within the National Association of Clinical Nurse Specialists (NACNS) spheres of impact by utilizing unique and advanced level competencies. The CNS provides expert comprehensive nursing care directly to patients, supports and develops registered nurses at the point of care, and serves as a leader in redesigning systems to improve access, quality, and safety in a cost-effective manner.
Responsibilities
Direct Patient Care
• Conducts comprehensive wellness and illness assessments and provides interventions to prevent or treat illness, including identification and treatment of symptoms, functional problems, and risk behaviors.
• Uses advanced communication skills to address complex situations and conversations.
• Intervenes to educate, guide and coach the patient, family, and caregiver(s) to establish a patient-centered plan of care and navigate complex healthcare systems.
• Partners with Nursing Research Director for discovery of innovations in patient care.
Nursing/Nursing Practice
• Utilizes evidence-based practices to guide nursing practice and support patients and their families.
• Develops population profiles and conducts clinical inquiries to determine the need to change practice.
• Utilizes advanced clinical knowledge and communication skills through role modeling, consultation, and education with nurses and healthcare providers to support nursing practice and improve patient outcomes.
Organization/Systems
• Partners with Patient Safety department and Hospital Quality department to lead systematic quality improvement and safety initiatives based on gap assessments and data analysis.
• Drives translation of best evidence into practice and facilitates integration of multiple programs and disciplines across the healthcare system to ensure positive patient outcomes.
Qualifications
Minimum of 5 years clinical experience in acute care nursing
Previous experience teaching
Demonstrated leadership skills
Board certification in area of specialty or population foci
Current, unrestricted MA licensure as an advanced practice registered nurse as required by the State Board of Nursing
Education: Master of Science in Nursing or Doctor of Nursing Practice
Certifications:
Basic Life Support – American Heart Association, Clinical Nurse Specialist – National Association of Clinical Nurse Specialists, Registered Nurse – State of Massachusetts
You Belong At Baystate
At Baystate Health we know that treating one another with dignity and equity is what elevates respect for our patients and staff. It makes us not just an organization, but also a community where you belong. It is how we advance the care and enhance the lives of all people.
DIVERSE TEAMS. DIVERSE PATIENTS. DIVERSE LOCATIONS.
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
Baystate Health is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.
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Nursing, Nurse EducatorsFull Time / Part Time:
Full-TimeShift:
First
Baystate Health, a nationally recognized leader in healthcare quality and safety, and home to Baystate Medical Center (BMC), a Magnet Hospital for Nursing Excellence, is looking for
a Clinical Nurse Specialist at BMC to join our team!
The Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) is a licensed registered nurse that has graduate preparation (master’s or doctorate) in nursing as a clinical nurse specialist. The role of a CNS provides leadership and clinical expertise within the National Association of Clinical Nurse Specialists (NACNS) spheres of impact by utilizing unique and advanced level competencies. The CNS provides expert comprehensive nursing care directly to patients, supports and develops registered nurses at the point of care, and serves as a leader in redesigning systems to improve access, quality, and safety in a cost-effective manner.
Responsibilities
Direct Patient Care
• Conducts comprehensive wellness and illness assessments and provides interventions to prevent or treat illness, including identification and treatment of symptoms, functional problems, and risk behaviors.
• Uses advanced communication skills to address complex situations and conversations.
• Intervenes to educate, guide and coach the patient, family, and caregiver(s) to establish a patient-centered plan of care and navigate complex healthcare systems.
• Partners with Nursing Research Director for discovery of innovations in patient care.
Nursing/Nursing Practice
• Utilizes evidence-based practices to guide nursing practice and support patients and their families.
• Develops population profiles and conducts clinical inquiries to determine the need to change practice.
• Utilizes advanced clinical knowledge and communication skills through role modeling, consultation, and education with nurses and healthcare providers to support nursing practice and improve patient outcomes.
Organization/Systems
• Partners with Patient Safety department and Hospital Quality department to lead systematic quality improvement and safety initiatives based on gap assessments and data analysis.
• Drives translation of best evidence into practice and facilitates integration of multiple programs and disciplines across the healthcare system to ensure positive patient outcomes.
Qualifications
Minimum of 5 years clinical experience in acute care nursing
Previous experience teaching
Demonstrated leadership skills
Board certification in area of specialty or population foci
Current, unrestricted MA licensure as an advanced practice registered nurse as required by the State Board of Nursing
Education: Master of Science in Nursing or Doctor of Nursing Practice
Certifications:
Basic Life Support – American Heart Association, Clinical Nurse Specialist – National Association of Clinical Nurse Specialists, Registered Nurse – State of Massachusetts
You Belong At Baystate
At Baystate Health we know that treating one another with dignity and equity is what elevates respect for our patients and staff. It makes us not just an organization, but also a community where you belong. It is how we advance the care and enhance the lives of all people.
DIVERSE TEAMS. DIVERSE PATIENTS. DIVERSE LOCATIONS.
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
Baystate Health is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.
Apply Now
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