Clinical Nurse Specialist, NICU

<p style="text-align:left">We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health!<span> </span></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><b>Organization:</b></p>ABSMC-Ashby Campus<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><b>Position Overview:</b></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p>Designs, implements, and evaluates patient specific and population based programs of care. Advances the practice of nursing to achieve quality and cost effective patient outcomes. Leads multidisciplinary groups in designing and implementing innovative evidenced based practice that address system problems or patient care issues. Adheres to hospital polices, industry standards, best practices, and applicable laws/regulations and codes to promote a quality, highly reliable patient experience. Engages in continuous growth and development in professional advanced nursing practice.<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><b>Job Description</b>:</p><p><b>EDUCATION:</b></p><ul><li><p>MSN Required</p></li></ul><p><br /><b>CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE:</b></p><ul><li><p>Registered Nurse - CA State Licensure - RN Required</p></li><li><p>RNC-NIC Preferred</p></li><li><p>Basic Life Support Certification - BLS Required</p></li><li><p>Clinical Nurse Specialist - CNS Required</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>TYPICAL EXPERIENCE:</b></p><ul><li><p>NICU environment with 5 years of experience Required. Educator experience Preferred.</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:</b></p><ul><li><p>Broad knowledge of clinical nursing, including current trends, safety precaution policies, equipment, electronic healthcare records (EHR) management software, accrediting agency standards, and local/state/federal regulations.</p></li><li><p>Working understanding of adult teaching/learning theories and program assessment, program design, promotion and marketing implementation and evaluation processes.</p></li><li><p>General knowledge of the scope of practice, evidence-based practices, the American Nurses Association (ANA) Code of Ethics for Nurses, and the Patients’ Bill of Rights.</p></li><li><p>Attention to detail with time management and organization skills with the ability to work with a high degree of initiative and independence.</p></li><li><p>Possesses solid written and public speaking skills, including the ability to clearly and professionally explain medical, technical, or sensitive information to diverse audiences.</p></li><li><p>Intermediate knowledge of word processing, presentation, and email software, such as Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Publisher, and Outlook, in addition to a working understanding of Microsoft SharePoint, Adobe Captivate, HealthStream and Epic, and an aptitude for learning new programs.</p></li><li><p>Work independently, as well as be part of a team, while demonstrating exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.</p></li><li><p>Prioritize and delegate assignments under varied and urgent conditions while working within standardized procedures and practices to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.</p></li><li><p>Identify and solve complex problems based on the analysis of multiple sources of information while providing new perspectives on existing solutions.</p></li><li><p>Ensure the privacy of each patient’s Protected Health Information (PHI).</p></li><li><p>Develop collaborative relationships with various groups internally and externally, including clinical and support staff, other departments, management, Sutter Health clinical nurse educators, college staff, regional CPR training program coordinators, and regulatory agencies to coordinate educational needs and ensure compliance.</p></li></ul><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><b>Job Shift:</b></p>Days<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><b>Schedule:</b></p>Full Time<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><b>Days of the Week:</b></p>Monday - Friday<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><b>Weekend Requirements:</b></p>As Needed<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><b>Benefits:</b></p>Yes<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><b>Unions:</b></p>No<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><b>Position Status: </b></p>Exempt<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><b>Weekly Hours:</b></p>40<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><b>Employee Status:</b></p>Regular<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><span>Employees of Sutter Health and its entities may handle hazardous drugs in the course of their work, including patient care, which requires them to manage, store, prepare, receive, unpack, transport, dispose of, or administer drugs identified as hazardous or potentially hazardous by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) and in accordance with the USP 800 guidelines.</span></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left">Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer <span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span class="WKM1">EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p>Pay Range is $183,830.40 to $266,552.00 / annual salary<p></p><p><i><span style="font-size:14px">The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.</span></i></p>

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