Clincal Nurse Specialists (CNSs) are licensed registered professional nurses with graduate preparation. CNSs are clinical experts in the diagnosis and treatment of illness, and the delivery of evidence-based nursing interventions in collaborative practice with the healthcare team. CNSs possess advanced knowledge of the science of nursing with a specialty focus and can apply that knowledge to nursing assessments, diagnoses, interventions, and evaluation. They function independently to provide theory and evidence based care to patients/clients in their attainment of health goals. CNSs work with other nurses to advance their nursing practices and improve outcomes. CNSs provide clinical expertise to effect system-wide changes to enhance programs of care through the quality improvement process. Requirements: Masters Degree in Nursing with Clinical Nurse Specialist tract required, current New York State Registered Nursing license, 5 years recent experience in the clinical specialty area, and effective interpersonal communication and teaching skills required. 5 years recent experience in a Clinical Nurse Specialist role preferred.

Salary Grade 100

Salary range $37.75- $63.98