Clinical Nurse Specialist/Advanced Practice Nurse - Med Surg and Stepdown - Chula Vista - Days

San Diego, California

Employer: The E.W. Scripps Company
Industry: RN
Salary: Competitive
Job type: Full-Time
Exempt Position | Scripps Mercy Hospital, Chula Vista

Join a team where your expertise and dedication will be valued, and your career can thrive. At Scripps Health, we're committed to delivering patient-centered care, backed by a culture of appreciation and respect. Build a rewarding career with one of the most trusted healthcare organizations in the nation.

Why Choose Scripps Health?

• Award-Winning Workplace:
    • Named to Fortune's 100 Best Places to Work list for the 16th time in 2024.
    • Recognized by Newsweek as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity in 2024.
    • Nearly 25% of Scripps employees have been with the organization for over 10 years-testament to our supportive and collaborative environment.
• Commitment to Community:
    • Scripps Mercy Hospital is known for delivering exceptional care, particularly to uninsured and underinsured patients, with a comprehensive range of medical, primary, and specialty services, including robot-assisted surgery.
Your Role CNS, also known as Advanced Practice Nurse, you will:
  • Oversee clinical operations and ensure the highest standards of patient care in Medical Surgical and Stepdown units.
  • Collaborate across departments, providing expert guidance and support in nursing practice .
  • Take a lead role in house-wide clinical program planning , helping to shape the future of care at Scripps Mercy.
  • Use evidence-based practices and system theories to drive continuous improvement in patient care and nursing protocols.
  • Serve as a resource for education, research, and performance improvement within your areas of expertise, empowering frontline staff to make informed, point-of-care decisions.
  • Monitor and evaluate standards of care , ensuring alignment with the latest clinical practices.
Why This Role?
  • Be at the forefront of advancing expert nursing practice.
  • Lead teams in delivering compassionate, high-quality care to diverse patient populations.
  • Play a critical role in organizational improvement and innovation through hands-on leadership and collaboration.
If you are passionate about clinical excellence and looking to make a tangible impact on both patient care and the future of healthcare, Scripps Health is the place for you.
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Qualifications
Required Education/Experience/Specialized Skills:
  • Minimum 2 years of full-time RN experience.
  • Portfolio submission required at the interview, including at least two examples of creative or leadership work. Examples may include:
    • Articles submitted for publication, contributions to textbooks, or academic papers.
    • Outlines for classes taught.
    • Performance improvement or evidence-based practice projects.
    • Leadership activities, such as chairing a committee or contributing to a task force, with relevant outputs or outcomes.
  • Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) candidates must have graduate-level nursing education (Master's or Doctorate).
  • Doctorate (DNP, PhD, DNSc) recommended.
Required Certification/Registration:
  • Current California RN license.
  • California CNS certification (can be in process at the time of hire).
  • National board certification (ANCC or equivalent in specialty area) preferred.
  • Current American Heart Association BLS certification.
Preferred Education/Experience/Specialized Skills/Certifications:
  • 3-5 years of experience in a Medical/Surgical and Stepdown units.
  • Prior experience in the CNS role.
  • Experience leading projects with measurable outcomes.
  • Doctorate in Nursing (DNP, PhD, DNSc) preferred; EdD or other doctorates considered upon review.
Created: 2024-09-27
Reference: 242006212
Country: United States
State: California
City: San Diego
ZIP: 92109

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