Clinical Practice Manager Clinical Nurse Specialist - Nicu

Clinical Practice Manager Clinical Nurse Specialist - NICU

Department:

WIH-NURSING ADMIN
Operating Unit:

Women & Infants Hospital
Location:

Providence, RI
Job ID:

20249
Job Status:

Full Time
Shift:

Flex
Schedule:

Other
Job Summary:
The Clinical Practice Manager/Clinical Nurse Specialist (CPM/CNS) demonstrates excellence in clinical nursing by serving as a professional role model, expert consultant, educator, and resource in managing and developing clinical nursing practice.
In collaboration with the nursing director/manager and nursing staff, assesses, plans, designs, organizes, implements, and evaluates the professional development and educational activities to address identified or anticipated needs of learners.
Leads and collaborates with leadership and interdisciplinary teams to partner for practice transitions, improve the quality, safety, and outcomes of patient care. Analyzes clinical and non-clinical variables to influence, supervise, manage, or oversee patient care needs, and predict and manage responses and resources.
Actively participates in research creating a culture of scientific inquiry and evidence-based practice.
Demonstrates excellence in providing direct and indirect nursing care to patients and their families, as required.
Aligns with the mission, vision, and values, and strategic goals of the organization.
CPM/CNS will be required to flex their schedule to meet the orientation and education needs of the nursing staff and orientees.
Requirements:
Masters Degree in healthcare field required, Master's Degree in Nursing (MSN) preferred; Bachelor's of Science in Nursing with work-in-progress toward MSN degree will be considered.
Minimum 5 years related experience required.
Clinical Nurse Specialist preferred. Must have and maintain current licensure in the State of Rhode Island. A minimum of five to seven years demonstrated progressive nursing leadership or education roles required.
Must have and maintain credentials required for clinical area, which may include ACLS, BLS, and NRP. (If NRP is required for clinical area, must obtain instructor status within the first year of employment).
Certification in specialty area is required or must be achieved within the first year of employment. Membership in professional nursing organization required or must be achieved within the first year of employment. Excellent human relations, verbal, and written communication skills required.
Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheets, and presentation computer software required.
Teaching experience is highly desirable.

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