Clinical Nurse Specialist Jobs in Boca Raton, FL

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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Nurse Specialist, PICC-Vascular Access-$20K Sign on-FT Days-BHMC-19562

  • Fort Lauderdale, FL (16 miles from Boca Raton, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Fort Lauderdale, FL (16 miles from Boca Raton, FL)
  • 2 days ago

Certification/Registration: American Vascular Association (AVA) or Infusion Nurses Society (INS) Experience: Three years experience Credentials: Registered Nurse PICC and midlines course Basic Life...

Nurse Specialist, Cardiology - Mon-Fri -7am-3:30pm-20K Sign-On Bonus - FT - BHN - 20627

  • Deerfield Beach, FL (3 miles from Boca Raton, FL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Deerfield Beach, FL (3 miles from Boca Raton, FL)
  • 3 days ago

Broward Health North Shift: Shift 1 FTE: 1.000000 Summary: Provides direct patient care for patients undergoing cardiology testing procedures. Adheres to the nursing principles and policies...

Clinical Nurse Leader Med Surg Full Time Rotate

  • Boca Raton, FL
  • 12 days ago
  • Boca Raton, FL
  • 12 days ago

Up to $15,000 Sign-On bonus based on experience Summary: The Clinical Nurse Leader (CNL) serves as the expert for nursing practice in assigned department/unit/service line. The Clinical Nurse...

Clinical Nurse Educator

  • West Palm Beach, FL (24 miles from Boca Raton, FL)
  • 17 days ago
  • West Palm Beach, FL (24 miles from Boca Raton, FL)
  • 17 days ago

Licenses/Certifications Must have and maintain a current, unrestricted license to practice as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the state of practice....

Clinical Nurse Educator - Hematology/Oncology - FT - Days - JDCH

  • Hollywood, FL (23 miles from Boca Raton, FL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Hollywood, FL (23 miles from Boca Raton, FL)
  • 30+ days ago

75 lbs Non-Patient = 0% Pushing or Pulling 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 80% Pushing or Pulling 26 - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 80% Pushing or Pulling > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 80% Reaching = 80% Repetitive...

Nurse Specialist, Invasive Lab CVS - Cath Lab - 20K Sign-On Bonus - FT - BHN - 19668

  • Deerfield Beach, FL (3 miles from Boca Raton, FL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Deerfield Beach, FL (3 miles from Boca Raton, FL)
  • 30+ days ago

Nurse License * BLS - American Red Cross or American Heart Association * ACLS - American Red Cross or American Heart Association Visit us online at www.BrowardHealth.org or contact Talent Acquisition...

Nurse Specialist, Surgery -FT- 20K Sign on-BHN

  • Deerfield Beach, FL (3 miles from Boca Raton, FL)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Deerfield Beach, FL (3 miles from Boca Raton, FL)
  • 60+ days ago

Credentials: Essential: * Registered Nurse * Basic Life Support * Association of periOperative Registered Nurses * Certified Perioperative Nurse Visit us online at www.BrowardHealth.org or contact Talent...

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Salary for Clinical Nurse Specialist Jobs in Boca Raton, FL

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Licensing / Certification

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



Highest Education Level

Clinical Nurse Specialists in Boca Raton, FL offer the following education background
Master's Degree
33.3%
Bachelor's Degree
29.7%
Associate's Degree
16.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
8.8%
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 Boca Raton, FL
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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