Clinical Nurse Specialist Jobs in California

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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Clinical Nurse Educator Pediatrics

  • Alameda, CA
  • 17 hours ago
  • Alameda, CA
  • 17 hours ago

The Pediatric Clinical Nurse Specialist develop core curriculum and oversee in-service trainings, orientation and continuing education programs across multiple clinical units in the Pediatric Department...

Pediatric Critical Care Clinical Nurse Specialist

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 2 days ago

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

Neonatal Clinical Nurse Specialist

  • San Jose, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 3 days ago

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

Pediatric ICU Clinical Nurse Specialist CNS

  • San Bernardino, CA
  • 10 days ago
  • San Bernardino, CA
  • 10 days ago

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

Clinical In-Basket Nurse Specialist

  • San Marcos, CA
  • moments ago
  • San Marcos, CA
  • moments ago

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree. Community clinic experience. Preferable bilingual EHR proficiency, familiar with EHR system and the In-Basket function....

Nursing Professional Development Specialist - L&D

  • Antioch, CA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Antioch, CA
  • 11 hours ago

License, Certification, Registration Registered Nurse License (California) required at hire Basic Life Support Additional Requirements: Knowledge of Nurse Practice Act, federal, state, and local requirements...

The Pediatric Pain Management Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) is an advanced practice registered nurse who serves as a pain management nursing expert, leader, consultant, educator, and mentor for the...

Clinical Nursing Coordinator (RN) - OR

  • Long Beach, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Long Beach, CA
  • 1 day ago

Current California Registered Nurse (RN) license required. Bachelor’s degree in nursing (BSN) required Minimum two years’ experience in an area of similar clinical expertise required....

Sr. Manager / Director of Clinical Trial Enrollment - CNS Therapeutic Area

  • Walnut Creek, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Walnut Creek, CA
  • 3 days ago

We are seeking an experienced Clinical Trial Enrollment Manager with advanced expertise in Central Nervous System (CNS) disorders to lead patient recruitment and enrollment strategies across our...

Clinical Nurse Educator (LVN/RN/WCC/WOCN) - Floor Treatment experience required Join Our Network – Connecting Top Talent with Leading Healthcare Organizations Wound360 specializes in recruiting...

Clinical Nurse Specialist RN Adult Medical Surgical/Stroke

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 6 days ago

Clinical Nurse Specialist RN Adult Medical Surgical/Stroke Los Angeles, California Overview Success Profile Benefits Our Culture What Our Employees Say Job Requirements More From Kaiser Permanente Our...

Clinical Nurse Leader, Systemic Therapy/ Ambulatory Care Unit (Systemic Therapy & Radiation Therapy) BC Cancer Provincial, BC Reporting to the Provincial Programs Manager, the CNL role will...

Clinical Nurse Specialist. Job in Oakland Gr8Jobs

  • Piedmont, CA
  • 8 days ago
  • Piedmont, CA
  • 8 days ago

Required Licenses/Certifications : Valid license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of California. Highland General Hospital Labor and Delivery Full Time Varies Nursing FTE: 1...

Clinical Nurse Specialist-Pediatric Post Surgical Unit

  • Fresno, CA
  • 10 days ago
  • Fresno, CA
  • 10 days ago

Our client located in the Beautiful Central California is seeking an experienced CNS-Clinical Nurse Specialist....

Clinical Nurse Specialist-Med Surg Tele

  • Poway, CA
  • 11 days ago
  • Poway, CA
  • 11 days ago

Nurse Specialist Experience Required Certification: Current CA Clinical Nurse Specialist Certification within 6 months of hire American Heart Association recognized BLS - Healthcare Provider Preferred...

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Salary for Clinical Nurse Specialist Jobs in California

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Licensing / Certification

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



Highest Education Level

Clinical Nurse Specialists in California offer the following education background
Master's Degree
33.3%
Bachelor's Degree
29.6%
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 in California
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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