Clinical Nurse Specialist Jobs in Maryland

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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or continuing education experience preferred Licenses and Certifications RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure in the State of Maryland. required CPR - Cardiac Pulmonary...

Clinical Nurse Specialist/ RN Educator, Critical Care -- FT, 40hrs

  • Silver Spring, MD
  • moments ago
  • Silver Spring, MD
  • moments ago

What you will need: Required: Current licensure by the Maryland State Board of Nursing as a Registered Nurse....

Critical Care Transport Clinical Nurse Specialist (RN)

  • Lanham, MD
  • 1 day ago
  • Lanham, MD
  • 1 day ago

Licenses and Certifications RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure in the District of Columbia within 60 Days required RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or...

Clinical Nurse Specialist, Cardiac Services

  • Baltimore, MD
  • 2 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD
  • 2 days ago

Qualifications Education and Experience Masters of Science (MS/MSN) as Clinical Nurse Specialist is required....

Clinical Nurse Educator

  • Easton, MD
  • 3 days ago
  • Easton, MD
  • 3 days ago

Company Description At Shore Regional Health, you can learn, grow and make a lasting impact on patients and families. Youll experience the support of a collaborative work environment and a sense...

Permanent Clinical Nurse Specialist Registered Nurse

  • Randallstown, MD
  • 4 days ago
  • Randallstown, MD
  • 4 days ago

Aya Healthcare has an immediate opening for a Permanent Clinical Nurse Specialist Registered Nurse job in Randallstown, Maryland paying $38.00 to $59.00 hourly....

Clinical Nurse Specialist/Clinical Specialist Observation Unit

  • Frederick, MD
  • 8 days ago
  • Frederick, MD
  • 8 days ago

Nurse Specialist (CNS)....

Senior Clinical Nurse, Adult Emergency Department, Night Shift

  • Baltimore, MD
  • 8 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD
  • 8 days ago

Qualifications Education & Experience Licensure as a Registered Nurse in the state of Maryland, or eligible to practice due to Compact state agreements outlined through the MD Board of Nursing, is required...

Clinical Nurse Educator

  • Frederick, MD
  • 14 days ago
  • Frederick, MD
  • 14 days ago

Registration/Certification/Licensure: Registered Nurse - State of Maryland Certification in Nursing Professional Development encouraged Experience: Position requires 3-5 years related experience....

Nursing Professional Development Specialist - Observation / IMC

  • Baltimore, MD
  • 16 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD
  • 16 days ago

or continuing education experience preferred Licenses and Certifications RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure in the State of Maryland. required CPR - Cardiac Pulmonary...

Clinical Nurse Educator

  • Prince Frederick, MD
  • 17 days ago
  • Prince Frederick, MD
  • 17 days ago

Registration/Certification/Licensure : Registered Nurse - State of Maryland Certification in Nursing Professional Development encouraged Experience : Position requires 3-5 years related experience....

Clinical Practice Education Specialist- (Nurse Educator) Ed & ICU

  • Randallstown, MD
  • 22 days ago
  • Randallstown, MD
  • 22 days ago

Education: Required: Bachelor of Science in Nursing Preferred: * Master of Science in Nursing MSN prepared RN; Relevant clinical experience (=5 years) may substitute for MSN upon hire with required...

Clinical Nurse Specialist - Emergency Department

  • Lanham, MD
  • 26 days ago
  • Lanham, MD
  • 26 days ago

Clinical Nurse Specialist Board certification: As required by the Maryland Board of Nursing, all requirements to practice as a Clinical Nurse Specialist has been met Maintains membership to professional...

Maryland Express Care, Clinical Nurse Educator

  • Baltimore, MD
  • 30+ days ago
  • Baltimore, MD
  • 30+ days ago

Job Description Job Summary This role supports educational needs into consistent and effective educational programs. Assesses and improves the patient care processes and functions as an expert...

Clinical Nurse Specialist- Acute Care

  • Randallstown, MD
  • 30+ days ago
  • Randallstown, MD
  • 30+ days ago

Experience: 3-5 years Education: Required: Bachelor of Science in Nursing Preferred: Master of Science in Nursing Licenses And Certification: Required: Basic Life Support and Registered Nurse License...

Demographic Data for Maryland

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Salary for Clinical Nurse Specialist Jobs in Maryland

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Licensing / Certification

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



Highest Education Level

Clinical Nurse Specialists in Maryland offer the following education background
Master's Degree
33.3%
Bachelor's Degree
29.8%
Associate's Degree
16.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
8.7%
Doctorate Degree
6.3%
High School or GED
4.7%
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 Maryland
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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