Location:Medical Plaza One -9800 S Healthpark DriveFort Myers FL 33908
Department: Cardiovascular Services Admin
Work Type: Full Time, days
Minimum to Midpoint Pay Rate:$36.79 - $49.67 / hour
We are currently seeking a Clinical Nurse Specialist for our new Advanced Heart Failure Program! Join us at Lee Health and be valued as a person, not just an employee. We have a culture built on teamwork, empowerment, and continuous improvement. We have created something truly exceptional in SW FL with careers for compassionate health care professionals! Join a diverse team and be recognized for your contributions here at Lee Health.
Benefit Highlights:
Summary
The Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) is an Advanced Practice Nurse// whose sphere of clinical practice influences patient care outcomes// nursing practices across acute and critical care services// and the development of organizational systems that support nursing practice and patient care standards. Demonstrates knowledge of nursing science required to influence nursing practice. Possesses clinical expertise based on completion of advanced nursing education that encompasses in-depth knowledge of theory-based clinical nursing and research/evidence-based nursing practice. Focuses on providing system-wide clinical expertise// developing innovative evidence-based procedures// policies and programs that improve quality of nursing care delivery and resource management for acute or critical care services. Provides collaborative/consultative services to promote outcome focused professional nursing practice that meets nationally accepted clinical practice guidelines and standards for quality// safety// service// and financial goals.
Requirements
Educational Requirements
| Degree/Diploma Obtained | Program of Study | Required/ Preferred | and/or |
| Master's | Nursing | Required | |
Additional Requirements
From a program that is nationally accredited and prepares the graduate as a Clinical Nurse Specialist
Experience Requirements
| Minimum Years Required 2/3 | Area of Experience Cardiac | Required | and/or |
| 5 Years | Clinical Nursing | Required | and |
| CNS | Required | ||
State of Florida Licensure Requirements
| Licenses, APRN | Required | and |
| Registered Nurse License | Required | |
Certifications/Registration Requirements
| Certificates/Registrations | Required/ Preferred | and/or |
| BLS (American Heart Association / Basic Life Support) | Required | |
Additional Requirements
Certification in specialty required within one year of hire. BLS is required. As appropriate to clinical specialty area: ACLS// TNCC// ENPC or PALS required within one year of hire.
US:FL:Fort Myers
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