Wellstar Health System - Marietta, GA
posted about 2 months ago
Full-time - Mid Level
Marietta, GA
Ambulatory Health Care Services
About the position
The Clinical Nurse Practice Specialist (CNPS) is a master's-prepared registered nurse who utilizes advanced clinical expertise to enhance patient care across various service lines. This role involves championing evidence-based practices, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration, and leading initiatives for performance improvement in nursing. The CNPS serves as a resource for healthcare teams, engages in scholarly activities, and promotes the professional image of nursing while ensuring compliance with nursing standards and regulations.
Responsibilities
- Develop strategies to encourage inquiry and positive change in nursing care delivery.
- Promote interdisciplinary partnerships and provide clinical leadership for treatment protocols and interventions.
- Advance nursing practice through evidence-based interventions and modification of professional standards.
- Participate in the development and revision of evidence-based guidelines and compliance standards.
- Advocate for the professional nurse's role within the interdisciplinary team.
- Lead change and empower others to influence clinical practice and political processes.
- Utilize knowledge of nursing regulations and research to guide practice and promote professional development.
- Foster teamwork and collaborative practice among nursing staff and leadership.
- Evaluate and redesign practice standards to optimize patient outcomes.
- Deliver support and mentoring to promote nursing excellence and clinical integration.
- Conduct performance improvement activities and develop practice protocols for clinical standardization.
- Monitor quality performance and benchmark against national databases.
Requirements
- Graduate education in Nursing (MS, MSN, DNP) from an accredited institution.
- Current Registered Nurse license in Georgia or under the Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC).
- Current Board certification as a Clinical Nurse Specialist, Nurse Practitioner, Nurse Midwife, or Clinical Nurse Leader.
- Minimum of 2 years of direct patient care experience in a similar service line.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
- Advanced skills in specialty/service line area and teaching clinical staff.
Nice-to-haves
- Experience in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
- Knowledge of nursing theory, evidence-based practice, and research.
Benefits
- Flexible scheduling options.
- Professional development opportunities.
- Support for continuing education and certifications.
