Clinical Nurse Specialist Job in Boston, Massachusetts US
Clinical Nurse Specialist
General Overview We are looking for a Clinical Nurse Specialist to join Lunder 7, one of our Neurosciences units. The Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) promotes competent, compassionate nursing care for patients/families within her/his area of specialization. In collaboration with the Nursing Director, other CNS and the nursing staff, the CNS influences outcomes and ensures quality patient care. Applicants for this position should be energetic leaders that are able to motivate others towards change and to advancing their practice. Someone who is skilled at teaching, managing conflict and initiating/maintaining collaborative relationships with peers, staff, administration and interdisciplinary health team members to enhance delivery of health care is a must. The role is a leadership/clinical practice role encompassing patient care, teaching, consultation and research. Primary responsibilities of the CNS include: ? supporting independent nursing practice through collaborative, consultative and role modeling activities ? applying new technology, nursing theories, research findings and experiential knowledge to improve nursing practice ? responding to changes in clinical practice by planning, designing, implementing or evaluating guidelines, protocols and standards in collaboration with the nursing director, nursing staff and others. ? implementing and evaluating educational programs and practice changes based upon assessed learning needs of patients, families, and staff. Qualifications ? Master's degree in Nursing required. ? Current Massachusetts RN License required. ? Project management skills required CNS experience preferred. Neurosciences experience is strongly preferred.