Clinical Nurse Specialist Jobs in Oak Brook, IL

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 Leader

  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Oak Brook, IL)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Oak Brook, IL)
  • 2 hours ago

Nurse (RN) - State of Illinois -- Preferred Qualifications Education: Advanced Nursing degree....

Nursing Professional Development Specialist

  • Oak Brook, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Oak Brook, IL
  • 1 day ago

Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required: Registered Nurse license issued by the state in which the team member practices, and Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) certification issued by the...

Nurse Specialist - Medical Group Otolaryngology EN

  • Northbrook, IL (22 miles from Oak Brook, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Northbrook, IL (22 miles from Oak Brook, IL)
  • 3 days ago

at NorthShore University Health System in Northbrook, Illinois, United States Job Description Hourly Pay Range:$38.16 - $59.15 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's...

Nurse Specialist - Medical Group Ortho Hand & Uppe

  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Oak Brook, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Oak Brook, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Position Highlights: Position: Registered Nurse Specialist Location: Swedish Hospital Full Time/Part Time: Full-Time (40 hours per week) Hours: Monday to Friday, hours vary between 7:00AM - 7:00PM Required...

Per Diem Clinical Nurse Educator

  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Oak Brook, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Oak Brook, IL)
  • 5 days ago

Description Role Overview: The Clinical Nurse Educator (CNE) serves as a key clinical resource, engaging with healthcare professionals (HCPs) to support the safe and effective use of oncology...

UI Health - Clinical Nurse Consultant II - ENDOSCO

  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Oak Brook, IL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Oak Brook, IL)
  • 8 days ago

at University of Illinois at Chicago in Chicago, Illinois, United States Job Description UI Health - Clinical Nurse Consultant II - ENDOSCOPY DEPARTMENT UI Health - Clinical Nurse Consultant II -...

UI Health - Clinical Nurse Consultant II - ENDOSCOPY DEPARTMENT

  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Oak Brook, IL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Oak Brook, IL)
  • 12 days ago

UI Health - Clinical Nurse Consultant II - ENDOSCOPY DEPARTMENT Hiring Department: ENDOSCOPY DEPARTMENT Location: Chicago, IL USA Requisition ID: 1036332 FTE : 1 Work Schedule 40 Shift : Days # of...

Clinical Nurse Educator - EMS

  • Arlington Heights, IL (21 miles from Oak Brook, IL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Arlington Heights, IL (21 miles from Oak Brook, IL)
  • 12 days ago

Hourly Pay Range: $40.45 - $62.70 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors. Clinical Nurse Educator - EMS Position...

Clinical Nurse Leader - IV Chemotherapy

  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Oak Brook, IL)
  • 14 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Oak Brook, IL)
  • 14 days ago

As a staff resource, the CNL provides clinical expertise in complex clinical settings and develops, implements and evaluates Nursing education as a component of Nursing competency and continual process...

IQVIA - Per Diem - Clinical Nurse Educator - Chicago, IL

  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Oak Brook, IL)
  • 20 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Oak Brook, IL)
  • 20 days ago

You will be responsible for training and educating Registered Nurses and Physicians on diagnostic and specimen collection products....

Clinical Nurse Leader Adult Observation

  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Oak Brook, IL)
  • 22 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Oak Brook, IL)
  • 22 days ago

The CNL provides insight regarding the microsystem for collaboration with the Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) on macrosystem processes and outcomes....

Clinical Nurse Educator, Inpatient Surgical Multispecialty - Full-Time, Days

  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Oak Brook, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Oak Brook, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

A Clinical Nurse Educator is a nurse with previous educational experience whose focus is on staff development and nursing education....

Clinical Nurse Specialist/CPS (RN) - Perioperative

  • Oak Lawn, IL (10 miles from Oak Brook, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Oak Lawn, IL (10 miles from Oak Brook, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

Nurse Specialist Program....

Nursing Professional Development Specialist - Administration Operations

  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Oak Brook, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Oak Brook, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

A minimum of three years of registered nurse experience with at least one year of ambulatory experience....

Clinical Nurse Specialist - RUSH MD Anderson Cancer Center at Lisle

  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Oak Brook, IL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Oak Brook, IL)
  • 45+ days ago

The Clinical Nurse Specialist exemplifies the Rush mission, vision, and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures....

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Salary for Clinical Nurse Specialist Jobs in Oak Brook, IL

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Licensing / Certification

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



Highest Education Level

Clinical Nurse Specialists in Oak Brook, IL offer the following education background
Master's Degree
33.3%
Bachelor's Degree
29.9%
Associate's Degree
16.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
8.8%
Doctorate Degree
6.3%
High School or GED
4.7%
Some College
0.6%
Some High School
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Clinical Nurse Specialists in Oak Brook, IL
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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