Clinical Nurse Specialist Jobs in Ohio

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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Nursing Professional Development Specialist

  • Euclid, OH
  • 11 hours ago
  • Euclid, OH
  • 11 hours ago

Current state licensure as Registered Nurse (RN) Two years of recent nursing experience required with demonstrated clinical expertise to include clinical nursing experience as an academic instructor...

Clinical Nurse Specialist - NICU - Full Time

  • Dayton, OH
  • 7 days ago
  • Dayton, OH
  • 7 days ago

Facility: Dayton Children's - Main Campus Department: Nursing Administration - Critical Care Services Schedule: Full time Hours: 40 Job Details: The Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) serves as an expert...

Nursing Professional Development Specialist - Critical Care

  • Cleveland, OH
  • 9 days ago
  • Cleveland, OH
  • 9 days ago

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include: Bachelor's of Science in Nursing (BSN) Current state licensure as Registered Nurse (RN) Two years of recent nursing experience with demonstrated...

Nursing Professional Development Specialist

  • Akron, OH
  • 19 days ago
  • Akron, OH
  • 19 days ago

Certification: Registered Nurse licensure is required; BLS certification is required; PALS certification may be required by area of service....

Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) - Critical Care

  • Cleveland, OH
  • 20 days ago
  • Cleveland, OH
  • 20 days ago

This position is only open to Clinical Nurse Specialists. NPs and PAs will not be considered at this time. A clinical nurse specialist (CNS) is one type of APRN....

Part Time Clinical Nurse Consultant - Field Based

  • Columbus, OH
  • 30+ days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 30+ 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...

Surgical Clinical Nurse Educator - 40% PT - Adena Chillicothe

  • Chillicothe, OH
  • 30+ days ago
  • Chillicothe, OH
  • 30+ days ago

The Surgical Clinical Nurse Educator I is responsible for supporting the education needs of the surgical department. The CN I designs, develops, implements and evaluates classroom and clinical...

Clinical Nurse Educator - Emergency Department, Mount Carmel St. Anns

  • Westerville, OH
  • 30+ days ago
  • Westerville, OH
  • 30+ days ago

Licensure / Certification: Current licensure to practice as a registered nurse in the State of Ohio; Professional certification preferred....

Clinical Nurse Educator - Emergency Department, Mount Carmel St. Ann's

  • Westerville, OH
  • 30+ days ago
  • Westerville, OH
  • 30+ days ago

Licensure / Certification: Current licensure to practice as a registered nurse in the State of Ohio; Professional certification preferred....

RN Clinical Nurse Leader - Med Surg/Ortho, nights, Grove City

  • Grove City, OH
  • 45+ days ago
  • Grove City, OH
  • 45+ days ago

Nurse - Ohio Board of Nursing Additional Job Description: Current RN licensure in the State of Ohio BSN required at 5 years of employment BLS - Basic Life Support Minimum 2 yrs. clinical experience...

Part Time Clinical Nurse Consultant Columbus, OH

  • Columbus, OH
  • 60+ days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 60+ 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...

Adena Medical Group Clinical Nurse Educator - 50% Variable

  • Chillicothe, OH
  • 60+ days ago
  • Chillicothe, OH
  • 60+ days ago

The Clinical Nurse Educator I is responsible for supporting the education needs of a specific clinical department(s). The CN I designs, develops, implements and evaluates classroom and clinical...

IQVIA - Per Diem - RN Clinical Nurse Educator - Columbus, OH

  • Columbus, OH
  • 60+ days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 60+ 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....

CNS Supervisor

  • Toledo, OH
  • 90+ days ago
  • Toledo, OH
  • 90+ days ago

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! Our intention is to have employees who are passionate about making their personal mission statement come to life...

Nurse Specialist

  • Dayton, OH
  • 90+ days ago
  • Dayton, OH
  • 90+ days ago

(Performs other related duties as required and/or assigned) Must be a Registered Nurse with a Bachelors degree in nursing or related field....

Demographic Data for Ohio

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Salary for Clinical Nurse Specialist Jobs in Ohio

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Licensing / Certification

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



Highest Education Level

Clinical Nurse Specialists in Ohio offer the following education background
Master's Degree
33.3%
Bachelor's Degree
29.8%
Associate's Degree
16.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
8.8%
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 Ohio
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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