Job Description

The Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) is a licensed registered nurse that has graduate preparation (master's or doctorate) in nursing as a clinical nurse specialist. CNSs are one of four categories of Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRNs) as identified by the APRN Consensus Model, National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN), State Boards of Nursing, American Nurses Association (ANA) and International Council of Nurses (ICN).

The role of a CNS provides leadership and clinical expertise within the National Association of Clinical Nurse Specialists (NACNS) spheres of impact by utilizing unique and advanced level competencies.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Graduation from an accredited Clinical Nurse Specialist program required.
• Master's degree in nursing required; Doctoral Degree (DNP or PhD) preferred.
• Three years of experience in a Pediatric ICU or Pediatric Cardiac ICU nursing required.

Licensures and Certifications:

• Active California licensure as a Registered Nurse required.
• Current unrestricted California licensure as an advanced practice registered nurse Clinical Nurse Specialist certification required.
• National certification as a CNS in area of specialty or population foci preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certifications issued by the American Heart Association required.
• Pediatric Critical Care Nursing (CCRN-Pediatric) certification preferred.

About the Hospital

At Loma Linda University Health, we foster an environment where faith and purpose intertwine, creating a supportive professional culture empowering you to thrive and fulfill your calling. Apply today and discover the many opportunities for your future.

Our hospitals rank among the best hospitals regionally and nationally for safety, satisfaction, and specialty care. More than 17,000 employees fulfill our mission through their nationally recognized quality healthcare delivery.

Our Medical Center and Children's Hospital have earned Magnet Recognition for excellence in nursing.