Clinical Nurse Specialist

Why Mayo Clinic

Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans - to take care of you and your family, now and in the future.

And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.

You'll thrive in an environment that supports innovation, is committed to ending racism and supporting diversity, equity and inclusion, and provides the resources you need to succeed.

Responsibilities

The Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) works collaboratively to improve the quality of patient care and promote desired patient outcomes in a designated population / specialty practice.

The CNS functions as a leader within the three spheres of influence (Patient / Client, Nurses and Nursing Practice, Organization / System), and is an active participant in the nursing leadership team.

Qualifications

Master's degree with a major in nursing with a Clinical Nurse Specialist focus.

Experience as a CNS preferred.

Flexibility to adjust schedule to meet patient needs and CNS workload.

Doctorate of Nursing Practice degree preferred.

Five years of successful work experience in nursing with two years in the specialty area preferred.

As a condition of employment, individuals working with addictions services must be free from problematic substance use for a minimum of the immediately preceding two years at time of hire.

License or Certification :

Current RN license by applicable state requirements.

This RN job may require a RN license in multiple states.

Current APRN, CNS license by applicable state requirements.

If state doesn't have APRN licensure, Clinical Nurse Specialist Certification, in designated specialty by a nationally recognized body deemed acceptable by the State Board of Nursing in the state the CNS practices or a documented waiver deemed acceptable by the Board of Nursing in the state the CNS practices, when there is no Clinical Nurse Specialist Certification examination for the specialty.

Maintains current Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers from one of the following programs : American Heart Association (BLS for Health Care Providers), Red Cross (CPR / AED for Professional Rescuers and Health Care Providers), or Military Training Network.

Additional specialty certification / training as required by the work area is highly recommended.

Exemption Status

Exempt

Compensation Detail

Education, experience and tenure may be considered along with internal equity when job offers are extended.

Benefits Eligible

Schedule

Full Time

Hours / Pay Period

Schedule Details

Monday-Friday; 8 : 00am-5 : 00pm

Weekend Schedule

n / a

International Assignment

Site Description

Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix / Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations.

Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is.

Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer

As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer Mayo Clinic is committed to creating an inclusive environment that values the diversity of its employees and does not discriminate against any employee or candidate.

Women, minorities, veterans, people from the LGBTQ communities and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply to join our teams.

Reasonable accommodations to access job openings or to apply for a job are available.

Recruiter

Alexis Hayden