Master's Degree in Nursing from an Accredited College or University
Minimum 3 years of experience in clinical area
Strong analytical and organizational skills
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Proven ability to educate and drive change
Responsibilities
Act as an exemplary role model in nursing knowledge and clinical practice
Serve dual roles as practitioner and educator, among others
Use clinical expertise to promote collaborative practice
Develop clinical guidelines for patients with high risks and costs
Conduct research and support staff in applying findings
Monitor resource utilization for efficiency
Assist in developing and evaluating care policies and standards
Advocate for patients and resolve care variances
Benefits
Work hours are from 7AM to 3PM
Full Job Description
Responsibilities
Serves as a role model of excellence in nursing knowledge and clinical practice.
Major roles of the Clinical Specialist include those of practitioner, educator, consultant, researcher, change agent, and Clinical Guideline Manager.
Utilizes clinical practice expertise to serve as a role model for collaborative practice model.
Develops clinical guidelines for high-risk/high cost patients through clinical pathway systems.
Conducts clinical research; assists nursing staff in applying research findings and pathway data analysis results as they relate to patient outcomes.
Monitors resource utilization to assure appropriate level of utilization.
Assists with the development and evaluation of policies, procedures, and standards of care; ensures consistency of clinical guideline documents and hospital-wide policies with recognized regulatory and specialty standards.
Facilitates resolution of individual patient care variances.
Serves as a patient advocate and as a resource for complex patient care situations.
Practices proper safety techniques in accordance with hospital and departmental policies and procedures. Immediately reports any mechanical or electrical equipment malfunctions, unsafe conditions, or employee/patient/visitor injury-accident to Manager.
Qualifications
REQUIRED
Master's Degree in Nursing from an Accredited College or University.
Minimum (3) years experience in clinical area.
Effective analytical and organizational skills, as well as excellent oral and written communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to educate others and serve as a positive change agent.
