Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS)

Population-based CNS at ASLMC for the Neuro/ Neurosurgical population and CAUTI prevention. Schedule is typically Monday-Friday on-site

Pay Range

RN - Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS)

Where You Will Work:

Location: St Lukes

We are seeking an experienced Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) to advance nursing practice and improve patient outcomes through evidence-based interventions, research, and innovative care models. This role provides leadership, consultation, and expertise in clinical practice, education, and program development to ensure high-quality, cost-effective, and nurse-sensitive outcomes.

We’re Looking For: ​

• Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice.

• Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) certification (ANCC)

• Master’s Degree in Nursing or DNP

Experience

• Minimum 2 years of nursing or clinical specialty experience.

• Completion of 500 clinical hours in a CNS program required.

• Expertise in clinical specialty area with strong clinical competence.

• Leadership skills: teaching, project management, decision-making, team building, and conflict resolution.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Strong organizational and customer service abilities.

• Detail-oriented, able to work independently and collaboratively.

• Intermediate computer skills (Word, Excel).

What You’ll Do:

• Drive nursing practice improvements through evidence-based interventions, best practice guidelines, and policy modifications.

• Design, implement, and evaluate innovative care programs for individuals and populations.

• Provide input and expertise in orientation, annual competency assessments, and continuing education programs.

• Collaborate with leadership, staff, and external agencies to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.

• Establish and monitor care standards, initiating changes based on data analysis.

• Mentor and coach nurses and leaders in professional development and evidence-based practice.

• Promote and facilitate research, including proposal development and implementation of findings.

• Demonstrate age-specific care knowledge and skills across the lifespan.

About This Location:

Aurora St. Luke’s Medical Center is a 938-bed, quaternary acute care
community hospital that provides advanced health care expertise.
The organization offers leading edge oncology, cardiovascular and
neurology therapies for primarily adult patients. Nursing professional
governance is a particular organizational strength, with over 40 years
of experience in clinical nurse shared decision making. Aurora St.
Luke’s has been recognized for Nursing Excellence by the American
Nurses Credentialing Center Magnet Recognition Program® since
2001, most recently celebrating our 6th consecutive designation in
February 2024.

Be the Nurse Who Redefines Care.
 At Advocate Health, being a nurse means more than delivering exceptional clinical care—it means leading with purpose, compassion, and boldness. As part of our One Advocate Nurse community, you’ll join a unified team committed to lifting others up, embracing innovation, and creating inclusive spaces where everyone can thrive. You’ll be empowered to think boldly, collaborate with humility, and drive change through fearless curiosity. Whether you're at the bedside, in the community, or advancing care through research and education, you’ll help shape the future of health—because here, we’re redefining care for you, for us, for all.
 
Your feedback matters. Every nurse’s voice is vital in shaping our culture and improving care. We value your insights and experiences because they help us grow stronger together.

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Our Commitment to You:

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training

• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job

• Incentive pay for select positions

• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

• Paid Time Off programs

• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability

• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses

• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave

• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs

• Educational Assistance Program

Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.