Clinical Nurse Specialist - Cardiology (CVI)

The Clinical Nurse Specialist provides direct/indirect specialized, comprehensive care, emphasizing health promotion, disease prevention and collaborative management strategies. Participates in clinical, educational, leadership, consultant and research activities of service area. Provides leadership in the development and implementation of policies and procedures and standards of practice. Provides 24x7 support for nursing and targeted patient populations.

• Clinical Practice/Consultation-Demonstrates advanced knowledge and analysis of nursing practice issues related to clinical specialty. Provides consultation, within area of expertise, to health care team regarding complex patient care needs.
• Provides direct and indirect expert patient/family care in specialty area. for patients of all ages, who have unique or complex needs. Provides highly complex assessment, care planning, care, treatment and discharge/transition planning and placement to specified patients.
• Develops and evaluates standards of practice in specialty area based on evidence and best practice.
• Develops evidence-based clinical interventions and systems to achieve defined patient and system outcomes.
• Coordinates care of patients with use of system and community resources to assure successful health/illness/wellness transitions, enhance delivery of care and achieve optimal patient outcomes.
• Provides leadership in the design, implementation and evaluation of quality improvement and innovations at the unit and system levels.
• Leadership/Strategic Planning- Demonstrates a commitment to the philosophy and goals of Carilion Clinic.
• Provides leadership in promoting interdisciplinary collaboration to implement outcome-focused patient care needs.
• Provides leadership for establishing and implementing goals related to nursing practice. Participates in decision-making processes which impact nursing practice at all levels.
• In collaboration with nursing leadership, takes initiative to identify opportunities to enhance clinical practice of staff and develop effective strategies for improvement.
• Participates in decision-making processes which impact nursing practice at all levels.
• Clinical Research and evidence-based practice - Provides leadership regarding evidence -based nursing practice and integrates research into establishing patient care standards, guidelines, and protocols.
• Participates in conduct of/ or implementation of research.
• Critically analyzes research findings and recommends evidence-based practice changes to improve patient outcomes.
• Assists and mentors staff to develop and implement evidence-based projects to improve patient outcomes.
• Disseminates research and EBP findings through in-services education, unit councils, shared governance groups, etc
• Education-Provides and promotes education for patients/families, the health care team, and the community.
• Mentors nurses to acquire new skills, clinical judgment and effectively incorporate evidence into practice.
• Designs and implements education appropriate to patient needs and abilities.
• Provides community education and/or participates in community service organizations, in area of expertise, on healthcare issues, delivery of patient care, and health prevention and promotion.

Job Scope: Interacts frequently with nursing staff, physicians, students and other members of the health care team to coordinate care. Maintains patient, staff and customer confidentiality. Maintains accessibility throughout system and in the community as a resource person. Moderate risk of exposure to infectious diseases, hazardous materials and combative patients. High risk, stressful environment due to demands on time from multiple sources and need to shift priorities frequently. Supports the Culture of Excellence and actively practices the Carilion Health System Mission, Values, and Guiding Principles.

The individual must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. As such, the individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development through the life span, possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status, interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age and specific needs, and provide the care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures.

Education: Master's degree in nursing required.

Experience: Two years of nursing experience in area of specialty preferred.

Licensure/Certification: Current nursing licensure and specialty certification. Must be registered as a Clinical Nurse Specialist in the State of Virginia or can obtain it within 6 months of hire.

Additional certification(s) specific to a business unit may be required (i.e. OB/GYN requires OB certifications and EFM preferred.

Life Support: AHA BLS-HCP required

Other: Excellent oral and written communication skills. Excellent presentation skills. Ability to think globally and communicate a vision

This job description is only meant to be a representative summary of the major responsibilities and accountabilities performed by the incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.

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Carilion Clinic is an Equal Opportunity Employer: We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, or veterans status. Carilion is a Drug-Free Workplace. For more information or for individuals with disabilities needing special assistance with our online application process contact Carilion HR Service Center at 800-599-2537, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.

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Carilion understands the importance of prioritizing your well-being to help you develop and thrive. That's why we offer a well-rounded benefits package, and many perks and well-being resources to help you live a happy, healthy life - at work and when you're away.

When you make your tomorrow with us, we'll enhance your potential to realize the best in yourself.Below are benefits available to you when you join Carilion:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits
• Employer Funded Pension Plan, vested after five years (Voluntary 403B)
• Paid Time Off (accrued from day one)
• Onsite fitness studios and discounts to our Carilion Wellness centers
• Access to our health and wellness app, Virgin Pulse
• Discounts on childcare
• Continued education and training

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