Clinical Nurse Specialist Jobs in Texas

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 Educator- Emergency Department

  • Denison, TX
  • 19 hours ago
  • Denison, TX
  • 19 hours ago

We are proud of our robust continuing education options and opportunities for skills diversification and career advancement as a Registered Nurse (RN) with UHS....

34996 Clinic Nurse Specialist

  • Garland, TX
  • 21 hours ago
  • Garland, TX
  • 21 hours ago

(Scroll down after clicking this link) Qualifications: Education/Certification: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing Bachelor's degree in a nursing-related field, preferred Valid Registered Nurse...

IQVIA - Per Diem - Clinical Nurse Educator - Houston, TX

  • Houston, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 2 days ago

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

Part Time Clinical Nurse Consultant West TX

  • West, TX
  • 11 days ago
  • West, TX
  • 11 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...

Oncology Clinical Nurse Educator

  • Dallas, TX
  • 15 days ago
  • Dallas, TX
  • 15 days ago

Description You're a clinician, a patient advocate, and an educator - and you excel at every one of them. In this role, you will provide clinical expertise to healthcare providers and patients...

Clinical Research Associate 2 - CNS - Texas/Central - Remote

  • Austin, TX
  • 16 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 16 days ago

Clinical Research Associate 2 - CNS - Texas/Central - Remote Who we are We're a global, midsize CRO that pushes boundaries, innovates and invents because the path to a cure for the world's most...

Remote Work

IQVIA - Per Diem - RN Clinical Nurse Educator - Houston, TX

  • Houston, TX
  • 60+ days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 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....

Clinical Nursing Coordinator-RN, Hendrick Clinic Quality

  • Abilene, TX
  • 60+ days ago
  • Abilene, TX
  • 60+ days ago

JOB REQUIREMENTS Minimum Education Associate’s or Bachelor's Degree in Nursing Minimum Work Experience No prior work experience required Required Licenses/Certifications Registered Nurse or BSN, licensed...

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Salary for Clinical Nurse Specialist Jobs in Texas

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Licensing / Certification

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



Highest Education Level

Clinical Nurse Specialists in Texas 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 Texas
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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