Clinical Nurse Specialist Jobs in New York

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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Leadership - Clinical Nurse Educator

  • Brooklyn, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Brooklyn, NY
  • 1 day ago

Apply Now Epic Travel Staffing is hiring an Interim - Nurse Educor - Ch Lab Shift: Non-exempt, Days / 8a-4p, 8x5, 40 hrs per week Length: 14 weeks Requirements: NY license 3 years experience 2...

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Leadership - Clinical Nurse Educator

  • New York, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY
  • 1 day ago

Apply Now Epic Travel Staffing is hiring an Interim - Nurse Educor - Periop Shift: Non-exempt, Days / 8a-4:30p, 8x5, 40 hrs per week Length: 14 weeks Requirements: NY license 3 years experience 2...

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Interim Leadership - Leadership - Clinical Nurse Educator

  • Epic Travel Staffing
  • Brooklyn, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Brooklyn, NY
  • 1 day ago

Epic Travel Staffing is hiring an Interim Nurse Educator Cath Lab Shift: Non-exempt, Days / 8a-4p, 85, 40 hrs per week Length: 14 weeks Requirements: NY license 3 years experience 2 years Med/Surg...

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Clinical Nurse Educator - Nursing Administration - Full Time

  • Guthrie Medical Group
  • Binghamton, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • Binghamton, NY
  • 2 days ago

Supports the Newly Licensed Registered Nurse Residency program (Transition to Practice) including preparation of preceptors, goalsetting, and ongoing evaluation. B. Competency Management 1....

In Person Full Time

Clinical Nurse Leader NICU and Nursery Services

  • Mitchell Martin Inc
  • Yonkers, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • Yonkers, NY
  • 2 days ago

Qualifications: Registered Nurse (RN) with a current NYS RN license in good standing. Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required; Master's degree preferred....

In Person Part Time

Clinical Nurse Educator MS

  • Kaleida Health
  • North Tonawanda, NY
  • 6 days ago
  • North Tonawanda, NY
  • 6 days ago

Clinical Nurse Educator MS Department : DMP SNF Nursing Administration Location: DeGraff Medical Park Location of Job : US:NY:North Tonawanda Work Type : Part-Time Scheduled Work Hours: 5a-1p,...

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Clinical Nurse Educator (RN) MLTC Hybrid

  • RCM Health Care Services
  • New York, NY
  • 6 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 6 days ago

Sign Up For Job Alerts Share This Job Related Jobs Registered Nurse/RN Location: Fort Pierce, Florida Job Type: Travel Salary: $/hour Apply Now View Details Registered Nurse/RN Location: Arcata, California...

Hybrid

MedTech Part Time Clinical Nurse Consultant - Buffalo, NY

  • IQVIA Holdings Inc
  • Buffalo, NY
  • 7 days ago
  • Buffalo, NY
  • 7 days ago

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

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Clinical Nurse Consultant Mid-Atlantic, Northeast, Midwest

  • ICU Medical
  • Maine, NY
  • 11 days ago
  • Maine, NY
  • 11 days ago

The Clinical Nurse Consultant provides relevant training and consultation on ICU Medical's clinical products/software and clinical services programs. They participate as part of a cross-functional...

Remote

Clinical Nurse Specialist-Mental Health Liaison

  • Government of Western Australia
  • Albany, NY
  • 15 days ago
  • Albany, NY
  • 15 days ago

We are looking for a Clinical Nurse Specialist in Mental Health Liaison to join our dynamic multi-disciplinary team at Western Australia Country Health Service....

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Nurse Educator, Critical Care

  • NYU Langone Medical Center
  • New York, NY
  • 16 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 16 days ago

education Certification in Nursing Education required upon eligibility Ability to apply nursing process toward achievement of specific outcomes in an organized fashion to address patient/family satisfaction...

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Clinical Nurse Specialist

  • Government of Western Australia
  • Albany, NY
  • 18 days ago
  • Albany, NY
  • 18 days ago

This is a Permanent Part Time appointment at 0.8 FTE Position Profile : The objective of the CNS position is to improve the quality and continuity of care and support provided to clients/patients...

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Nursing Professional Development Specialist Per Diem - LOH

  • NYU Langone Medical Center
  • New York, NY
  • 23 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 23 days ago

education Certification in Nursing Education required upon eligibility Ability to apply nursing process toward achievement of specific outcomes in an organized fashion to address patient/family satisfaction...

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Clinical Nurse Educator (RN) - MLTC - Hybrid

  • RCM Healthcare Services
  • Brooklyn, NY
  • 26 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY
  • 26 days ago

Licenses & Certifications Required: Current unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license ?...

Hybrid

Learning & Professional Development Specialist (RN)

  • Tandym Group
  • Plainview, NY
  • 26 days ago
  • Plainview, NY
  • 26 days ago

A community services organization on Long Island is seeking a licensed Registered Nurse (RN) to join their team in Nassau County as a Learning & Professional Development Specialist, training and certifying...

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Salary for Clinical Nurse Specialist Jobs in New York

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Licensing / Certification

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



Highest Education Level

Clinical Nurse Specialists in New York offer the following education background
Master's Degree
32.8%
Bachelor's Degree
30.8%
Associate's Degree
16.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
8.6%
Doctorate Degree
6.3%
High School or GED
4.5%
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 New York
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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