Clinical Nurse Specialist New

Clinical Nurse Specialist

Location: US: WI: WAUWATOSA at our FROEDTERT BLUEMOUND REHAB HOSP facility

Work Type: Full-time or part

Shift: 1st

Job Summary:

The Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) is an advanced practice registered nurse (APRN), who has the ability to provide integrated, cost-effective, quality patient care management for high-risk populations across the continuum of care. The CNS is a clinical expert in the diagnosis, treatment, and evaluation of adults and older adults experiencing various health conditions dependent on the specialty. The CNS designs and strategically implements population-based programs to enhance patient and family outcomes. Responsibilities include clinical practice, program design/development, consultation, leadership, education, research, and interdisciplinary collaboration. As an APRN, the CNS utilizes evidence-based practice concepts and national guidelines to positively influence patient care. The CNS functions autonomously and works in collaboration with Medical College of Wisconsin physicians in the department(s) to optimize the care of the specific population being served. Here are the other units we're looking for a CNS as well: Inpatient Rehab Unit

1. Neuroscience Inpatient
2. Trauma and Acute Care Surgery
3. Patient Care Research

EXPERIENCE DESCRIPTION:

Previous experience as a Clinical Nurse Specialist is preferred. Prefer experience with specialty population.

EDUCATION DESCRIPTION:

A minimum of a Master's degree in Nursing from an accredited school of nursing is required.

TRAINING DESCRIPTION:

Must have completed an accredited APRN specialty certification program (i.e. AGCNS-BC, PMHNP) within 6 months of hire.

SPECIAL SKILLS DESCRIPTION:

Effective leadership, communication, collaboration, and organizational skills. Effective project management skills are also preferred.

LICENSURE DESCRIPTION:

This position requires: 1) current state of Wisconsin Registered Nurse License or a Multi-state Nursing License from a participating state in the NLC (Nurse Licensure Compact), 2) Licensure as an Advanced Practice Nurse Prescriber (APNP) must be obtained within 12 months of hire. 3) Specialty certification is required and must be obtained within 6 months of hire. American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support for the Healthcare Provider (BLS) or an AHA approved equivalent is required within 90 days of hire. Medicaid and Medicare (PECOS) enrollment is required.

Perks & Benefits at Froedtert Health

Froedtert Health Offers a variety of perks & benefits to staff, depending on your role you may be eligible for the following:

Paid time off

Growth opportunity- Career Pathways & Career Tuition Assistance, CEU opportunities

Academic Partnership with the Medical College of Wisconsin

Referral bonuses

Retirement plan - 403b

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability, Free Workplace Clinics

Employee Assistance Programs, Adoption Assistance, Healthy Contributions, Care@Work, Moving Assistance, Discounts on gym memberships, travel and other work life benefits available

The Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin regional health network is a partnership between Froedtert Health and the Medical College of Wisconsin supporting a shared mission of patient care, innovation, medical research and education. Our health network operates Eastern Wisconsin's only academic medical center and adult Level I Trauma center engaged in thousands of clinical trials and studies. The Froedtert & MCW health network, which includes ten hospitals, nearly 2,000 physicians and more than 45 health centers and clinics draw patients from throughout the Midwest and the nation.