Clinical Nurse Specialist Jobs in Florida

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 Specialist RN Orlando

  • Orlando, FL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Orlando, FL
  • 30+ days ago

The role youll contribute: The Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) is responsible for providing clinical expertise in his/her specialty area to optimize patient/family, nurse, and systems outcomes....

Broward Health Coral Springs Shift: Shift 1 FTE: 1.000000 Summary: Provides direct patient care and diagnostic and interventional services to the cardiovascular department. Improves patient...

Clinical Nurse Educator - Operating Room

  • Bartow, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Bartow, FL
  • 1 day ago

Required BSN with 3 years of Clinical Experience; OR Bachelor's in Healthcare Related Field with 4 years of Nursing Education. Preferred professional organization certification....

Overview The Nursing Professional Development (NPD) Specialist influences professional role competence and professional growth of learners in a variety of settings. The NPD Specialist provides...

Nursing Professional Development Specialist- Heart Failure Unit

  • Fort Myers, FL
  • 3 days ago
  • Fort Myers, FL
  • 3 days ago

Requirements Education:Bachelor of Science in Nursing Required, Masters Degree in Nursing Education or a Masters Degree in Nursing Preferred, post graduate certification in education preferred....

Part Time Clinical Nurse Consultant Pensacola, FL

  • Pensacola, FL
  • 4 days ago
  • Pensacola, FL
  • 4 days ago

Nurse (RN)/Advanced Practice Provider (APP) license strongly preferred. 3+ years experience with a strong clinical background in the Cardiac ICU (CICU), Cardiovascular ICU (CVICU), Cardiovascular OR...

Nurse Specialist, Invasive Lab CVS - 20K Sign-On Bonus - FT-4x10- -BHN - 18701

  • Deerfield Beach, FL
  • 4 days ago
  • Deerfield Beach, FL
  • 4 days ago

Education: Associate Degree Education specialization: Nursing Program from an Accredited School of Nursing Experience: Must have One Year PICC line experience Credentials: Florida State Registered Nurse...

Clinical Nurse Educator - D5 CV PCU

  • Melbourne, FL
  • 4 days ago
  • Melbourne, FL
  • 4 days ago

Job Requirements POSITION SUMMARY The Clinical Nurse Educator works in collaboration with Clinical Education Specialists (CES) and Nursing Leaders to develop, coordinate and implement education...

Education: * Associate Education specialization: * Graduate from a Nursing Program from an Accredited School of Nursing Experience: * One Year Credentials: * Florida State Registered Nurse License *...

Clinical Nursing Coordinator Rehab Admin Full Time Days

  • West Palm Beach, FL
  • 8 days ago
  • West Palm Beach, FL
  • 8 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY The Rehab Routine Care Service line Clinical Nurse Coordinator is a Registered Nurse, using critical thinking skills, coordinates and ensures safe, quality care to patients in a family...

Nurse Specialist, Invasive Lab CVS - 20K - FT 4x10- No wkend/On call - BHN - Req 9641

  • Deerfield Beach, FL
  • 14 days ago
  • Deerfield Beach, FL
  • 14 days ago

Education: * Associate Degree Education specialization: * Graduate of an accredited nursing program Experience: * One Year Cath Lab required Credentials: * Registered Nurse * Basic Life Support (American...

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

  • Deerfield Beach, FL
  • 15 days ago
  • Deerfield Beach, FL
  • 15 days ago

Nurse * Basic Life Support * Association of periOperative Registered Nurses * Certified Perioperative Nurse Visit us online at www.BrowardHealth.org or contact Talent Acquisition *Bonus Exclusions...

IQVIA - Per Diem - RN Clinical Nurse Educator - Tampa

  • Tampa, FL
  • 15 days ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 15 days ago

You will be responsible for training and educating Registered Nurses and Physicians on a new medical device primarily used in the Infusion, Vascular Access, Critical Care unit(s) setting....

IQVIA - Per Diem - RN Clinical Nurse Educator - Orlando

  • Orlando, FL
  • 15 days ago
  • Orlando, FL
  • 15 days ago

You will be responsible for training and educating Registered Nurses and Physicians on a new medical device primarily used in the Infusion, Vascular Access, Critical Care unit(s) setting....

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

  • Deerfield Beach, FL
  • 20 days ago
  • Deerfield Beach, FL
  • 20 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...

Demographic Data for Florida

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Salary for Clinical Nurse Specialist Jobs in Florida

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Licensing / Certification

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



Highest Education Level

Clinical Nurse Specialists in Florida offer the following education background
Master's Degree
33.3%
Bachelor's Degree
29.7%
Associate's Degree
16.1%
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 Florida
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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