Clinical Nurse Specialist Jobs

A Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) is a highly skilled professional in the nursing industry who delivers direct patient care and expert consultations in one of many nursing specialties, such as oncology, pediatrics, palliative care, and others. They play a key leadership role in healthcare organizations, driving change, enhancing patient safety, and improving the quality of care. Their responsibilities include diagnosing and treating health conditions, educating patients and their families about disease management, and conducting research to advance healthcare practices. They also play a significant role in staff education and mentorship, and policy development.

Before becoming a CNS, a person might have roles such as a Registered Nurse (RN), Charge Nurse, or Nurse Educator, acquiring a broad base of clinical experience. To become a CNS, a person must have a Master's or Doctoral degree in a specialized area of nursing, and they must also hold the necessary certifications relative to their specialty. These may include an Adult-Gerontology Clinical Nurse Specialist-BC, Acute/Critical Care Clinical Nurse Specialist-Adult-Gerontology, or Pediatric Clinical Nurse Specialist-BC, among others. Important skills for a CNS include leadership, effective communication, critical thinking, and advanced clinical skills in their specialty area.

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Critical Care Clinical Nurse Specialist

  • Mineral Springs, NC
  • 1 hour ago
  • Mineral Springs, NC
  • 1 hour ago

Up to $20,000 Sign-on Bonus Based on Eligibility RN ICU Full Time Days Position Summary We are seeking a passionate and experienced Critical Nurse Educator to join our team and play a vital role...

Neonatal Clinical Nurse Specialist

  • San Jose, CA
  • 12 hours ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 12 hours ago

We are seeking a(an) Clinical Nurse Specialist NICU to join our healthcare family....

Pediatric ICU Clinical Nurse Specialist CNS

  • San Bernardino, CA
  • 7 days ago
  • San Bernardino, CA
  • 7 days ago

The ideal candidate will be Clinical Nurse Specialist certified in the state of California....

Clinical Nurse Leader Medical Surgical

  • Lakin, KS
  • 8 days ago
  • Lakin, KS
  • 8 days ago

An exciting growth opportunity has recently opened for a Clinical Nurse Leader to oversee operations of a busy, Telemetry and Medical Surgical Unit. If you re ready to take the next steps on your...

Clinical Nurse Specialist

  • Big Rapids, MI
  • 8 days ago
  • Big Rapids, MI
  • 8 days ago

knowledge and skill competence in the clinical nurse specialist role....

Practice Specialist (Nurse Educator) - Med Surg and Tele

  • Dowagiac, MI
  • 11 days ago
  • Dowagiac, MI
  • 11 days ago

Registered Nurse credentialed from the Michigan Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date....

Clinical Nurse Educator, Peri-Operative Services

  • Manchester, CT
  • 12 days ago
  • Manchester, CT
  • 12 days ago

EXPERIENCE: Must have at least five (5) years or more of progressive experience in clinical practice, nursing education, and/or nursing management in an acute care setting.## COMPETENCIES: Strong leadership...

Clinical Nurse Specialist Ortho OR RN

  • Denver, CO
  • 14 days ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 14 days ago

Apply today for our Clinical Nurse Specialist Ortho OR RN opening and continue to learn!...

Clinical Nursing Coordinator - 8k Sign On Bonus

  • South Windsor, CT
  • 14 days ago
  • South Windsor, CT
  • 14 days ago

$8,000 SIGN ON BONUS! We are a small community hospital where your voice is heard! We believe in sharing ideas and working with staff to create innovative ideas to improve employee engagement and...

Clinical Nurse Leader - PACU (full-time 40 hrs)

  • Milton, MA
  • 20 days ago
  • Milton, MA
  • 20 days ago

Job Type: Regular Time Type: Full time Work Shift: Day (United States of America) FLSA Status: Non-Exempt When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, youre making a...

Utilization Management Nurse Specialist

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 30+ days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 30+ days ago

Overview Now hiring a Utilization Management Nurse Specialist Albuquerque Metro Residents Only. The UM Nurse Specialist conducts clinical reviews to ensure that services provided to members meet...

Camp Specialist - Nurse/ EMT

  • New Milford, NJ
  • 8 hours ago
  • New Milford, NJ
  • 8 hours ago

Camp Specialist - Nurse/ EMT Greater Bergen County YMCA, 1092 Carnation Drive, New Milford, New Jersey, United States of America Req #1760 Tuesday, March 18, 2025 We are an all - inclusive...

Clinical Nurse Educator

  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 9 hours ago
  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 9 hours ago

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION: The focus of the Clinical Nurse Educator is staff, patient/family, and community education. SUPERVISION: Reports directly to Emergency Department Director RESPONSIBILITIES...

Utilization Management Nurse Specialist

  • Baltimore, MD
  • 9 hours ago
  • Baltimore, MD
  • 9 hours ago

Required Skills & Experience: Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Maryland with a compact license....

Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) - Outpatient Oncology Infusion

  • Durham, NC
  • 9 hours ago
  • Durham, NC
  • 9 hours ago

recognition to practice as a Clinical Nurse Specialist Certification Adult-Gerontology Clinical Nurse Specialist (AGCNS) or equivalent Note: NPs and PAs are ineligible; this position is for pediatric...

Clinical Nurse Specialist Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Clinical Supervision with Confidence
This online course will help you become a more effective clinical supervisor or educator. It is mapped to competences within the Academy of Medical Educators framework for professional...
Introduction to Clinical Psychology
Learn about the principles underlying psychological therapy and the features and treatment of common mental disorders, including anxiety, depression and schizophrenia. Have you ever wondered what...
Clinical Reasoning Process
The course introduces the clinical reasoning process as it is used by clinicians from different health disciplines: medicine, dentistry, nursing, veterinary medicine, and pharmacy. The course...

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Salary for Clinical Nurse Specialist Jobs Nationwide

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Clinical Nurse Specialist positions.



Highest Education Level

Clinical Nurse Specialists offer the following education background
Master's Degree
33.2%
Bachelor's Degree
29.7%
Associate's Degree
16.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
8.9%
Doctorate Degree
6.3%
High School or GED
4.8%
Some College
0.7%
Some High School
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Clinical Nurse Specialists
2-4 years
55.2%
4-6 years
20.7%
1-2 years
13.8%
None
6.9%
6-8 years
3.4%


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