Health Sciences

Clinical Nurse Specialists

Direct nursing staff in the provision of patient care in a clinical practice setting, such as a hospital, hospice, clinic, or home.

Salary Breakdown

Clinical Nurse Specialists

Average

$81,600

ANNUAL

$39.23

HOURLY

Entry Level

$60,750

ANNUAL

$29.21

HOURLY

Mid Level

$78,260

ANNUAL

$37.63

HOURLY

Expert Level

$100,200

ANNUAL

$48.18

HOURLY


Current Available & Projected Jobs

Clinical Nurse Specialists

1,036

Current Available Jobs

81,460

Projected job openings through 2030


Sample Career Roadmap

Clinical Nurse Specialists

Supporting Certifications

Degree Recommendations


 Cochise College


 Arizona Western College

 Central Arizona College

 Yavapai College

 Arizona State University


 Northern Arizona University

 University of Arizona


Top Expected Tasks

Clinical Nurse Specialists


Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Clinical Nurse Specialists

Common knowledge, skills & abilities needed to get a foot in the door.

KNOWLEDGE

Medicine and Dentistry

KNOWLEDGE

Education and Training

KNOWLEDGE

English Language

KNOWLEDGE

Biology

KNOWLEDGE

Psychology

SKILL

Active Listening

SKILL

Critical Thinking

SKILL

Reading Comprehension

SKILL

Service Orientation

SKILL

Active Learning

ABILITY

Deductive Reasoning

ABILITY

Oral Comprehension

ABILITY

Oral Expression

ABILITY

Written Comprehension

ABILITY

Inductive Reasoning


Job Opportunities

Clinical Nurse Specialists

  • Bi-Lingual Clinical Nurse
    Phoenix Children's Hospital     Phoenix, AZ 85016
     Posted about 4 hours    

    This is a very special position for a bi-lingual RN who likes to reach out to the community and help children who have asthma, or reactive airway disease. This position does require the incumbent to staff the ""Breath Mobile"" two days a week with the provider driving through the communities in a state of the art bus to administer breathing treatments. The remainder of the time, the incumbent will be working in the clinic working with providers who are treating patients with pulmonary ailments. BI-LINGUAL is REQUIRED.

    This position, in collaboration with the healthcare team, patient, and family, coordinates and promotes patient health utilizing evidence-based practice in the delivery of professional nursing care across the care continuum. This position advocates for the patient and family adhering to nursing and medical plans of care, regulatory standards, and organizational values.


    Industry

    Health Sciences

    Employment Type

    Full Time

  • RN, House Supervisor PRN
    LifePoint Health    Mohave, AZ 86427
     Posted about 20 hours    

    Responsible for personnel, management, and coordination of nursing service activities for the scheduled working shift, in accordance with established philosophy, objectives, and policies of the hospital to ensure safe, efficient, and therapeutic patient care. Relates effectively with other shifts for continuity of care and, in the absence of the Chief Nursing Officer or Departmental Nursing Directors, takes charge.

    Assists in interpreting hospital policy and state law as related to the nursing service.

    Assists in evaluating and formulating the policies, procedures, decisions, and solutions related to the nursing service.

    Participates in hospital safety procedures and programs.

    Manages guidance and counseling activities for personnel of the designated shift.

    Evaluates and recommends changes in nursing service records.

    Responsible for all activities, nursing care, and the execution of nursing and hospital policies of scheduled shift.

    Responsible for informing the Director of Nursing Services of nursing activities, needs, problems, and unusual events.

    Recommends the purchase of supplies and equipment required for the nursing service.

    Coordinates activities of the nursing service through charge nurses.

    Continuously reviews nursing staffing patterns, checks attendance, and revises the daily staff schedule as necessary.

    Evaluates and reviews employees’ performance against written standards for each position; approves or rejects salary change recommendations.

    Makes recommendations to the Director of Nursing Services to hire, promote, suspend, and terminate nursing service employees.

    Maintains and assists in orientation programs for new employees.

    Assists in supervising the in-service education program and follows up to evaluate effectiveness and to determine the need for revision of methods and materials.

    Investigates and reports complaints.

    Makes routine nursing service checks on personnel, time cards, equipment, materials, supplies, etc.

    Initiates and approves orders for repairs.

    Responsible for environmental control, including infection control.

    Exercises independent judgment and initiative.

    To perform this job, an individual must perform each essential function satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation.Every effort has been made to make this job description as complete as possible. However, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties the incumbent will be required to perform. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or is a logical assignment to the position. This position description does not restrict the right of management to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities with and without notice.

    Minimum EducationX Associates Degree - Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
    X Bachelor’s degree in nursing (BSN) preferred.

    Minimum Work ExperienceExperience preferred in appropriate clinical care areas.
    Minimum two years post-graduate acute care hospital experience preferred.

    Required SkillsX Advanced Life Support (ACLS)-American Heart AssociationX Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) American Heart AssociationX Neonatal Resuscitation (NRP)-American Academy of PediatricsX STABLE PreferredX TNCC PreferredNote: if the employee has ACLS, PALS, BLS, etc. from another organization other than American Heart Association, the employee has 30 days from date of hire/transfer to complete the AHA version.
    Competency/Training:X APEX Innovations assigned and completed within 90 Days of hire and annuallyX NIH stroke scale done within 90 days of hire and annually thereafterX EKG exam at time of hireRequires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate actionKnowledge of appropriate equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective patient outcomes Proficient in working with all ages and patient populations.Ability to apply sound judgment with clinical skills for optimal patient care.Demonstrates flexibility by accepting and supporting changes in work assignments as related to department and patient needs.Strong interpersonal communication and customer service skills.Ability to function independently, and as part of a team.

    Required Licenses Registered Nurse
    Valid, unrestricted RN License in the State of ArizonaMultistate/compact license accepted

    **Job:** **Nursing*

    **Organization:** **Valley View Medical Center*

    **Title:** *RN, House Supervisor PRN*

    **Location:** *Arizona-Ft. Mohave*

    **Requisition ID:** *7451-3160*


    Employment Type

    Full Time

  • RN, ICU PRN
    LifePoint Health    Mohave, AZ 86427
     Posted about 20 hours    

    Intensive Care RN delivers care to patients using the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation. Provide care to acutely and critically ill patients, in a highly technical and ongoing monitoring environment. Delivers extensive medication protocols and therapies. Faces the additional responsibility for the emotional and psychosocial health of the patient, family and significant others.

    Practices within the limits of the Arizona State Nurse Practice Act and the Valley View Medical Center's Policies and Procedures.Performs plan of care intervention, including medication administration, specimen collection, clinical treatments, as well as other medical care treatment.Ensures patient confidentiality and has a clear understanding of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).Understands and carries out Lifepoint Health Patient's Rights and Responsibilities.

    Monitors, records, and communicates patient condition as appropriate to care team, physician, patient, and family.

    Assists patients with performing activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, elimination, nutrition, and ambulation.

    Collaborates as needed across disciplines to coordinate patient care, including patient transfer, discharge, referral and spiritual/psychosocial support needs.

    Evaluates learning needs of patient and/or family and provides patient/family education appropriate to age, culture, condition, and circumstances.

    Provides nursing care to critically ill patients in the Intensive Care Unit.Keeps patients under close observation and administers prescribed medications and treatments.Provides assistance to the physician or other medical personnel in the assessment of patients and delivery of treatment, medications, labs, radiology reports and other life support equipment necessary.Coordinates the delivery of patient care on the Unit, including admission, transfer and discharge processes.Completes required documentation including all medical charts and care-related notes using the written and Electronic Health Record (EHR).Participates in patient/family teaching and discharge planning, effectively utilizing the Nursing Process.Provides leadership by working cooperatively and effectively with physicians, ancillary staff and other administrative and support personnel in maintaining the standards of professional nursing practice in the multidisciplinary clinical setting.Provides the basic leadership required of a Registered Nurse for subordinate staff on the Unit.Maintains quality delivery of patient care by completing patient assignments in compliance with the Nursing Process, the Arizona Nurse Practice Act, THE JOINT COMMISSION (TJC) and State regulations and established Hospital Policies and Procedures.Strives to consistently give all patients, family members and others served positive, supportive interactions based on Valley View Medical Centers’ Standards of Behavior.Other duties as assigned and required in the operation of the hospital.

    Float among various clinical services, where qualified and competent

    Every effort has been made to make this job description as complete as possible. However, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties the incumbent will be required to perform. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or is a logical assignment to the position. This position description does not restrict the right of management to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities with and without notice.To perform this job, an individual must perform each essential function satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation.

    Minimum EducationX Associate’s degree □ Preferred X RequiredX Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing with a current license in the state practicing.
    X Bachelor’s degree X Preferred □ Required

    Minimum Work ExperienceOne (1) year of Critical Care Experience PreferredX Must have hemodynamic monitoring experience

    Required Licenses Registered Nurse
    Valid/Current Arizona Registered Nurse Licensure Required orValid/Current Compact State Registered Nurse LicensureCritical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN) Preferred

    Required SkillsCertifications:X Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) (American Heart Association) X REQUIREDif employee has ACLS, BLS is not required.
    Competency/Training:X NIH Stroke Scale completed within 90 days of hireX EKG Exam given at hire.Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

    **Job:** **Nursing*

    **Organization:** **Valley View Medical Center*

    **Title:** *RN, ICU PRN*

    **Location:** *Arizona-Ft. Mohave*

    **Requisition ID:** *7451-3243*


    Employment Type

    Full Time

  • RN, Womens Services - FT Days
    LifePoint Health    Mohave, AZ 86427
     Posted about 20 hours    

    *Sign-On Bonus $20,000***

    *Who We Are:*

    *People are our passion and purpose.* Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Valley View Medical Center is a 100 bed hospital that offers a broad scope of services. We are the Tri-State area’s newest hospital but draw on decades of experience and over 100 years of heritage. Valley View is a place where the latest technology meets compassion, a hospital singularly-focused on delivering a new level of patient care.

    We are located along the Colorado River and just a few miles from Lake Mohave, this lake is known for its abundance of sandy coves and mix of the peaceful Black Canyon and high-octane open waters.

    *Why Choose Us:*

    · Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees

    · Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees

    · Employee Assistance Program – mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance

    · Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants

    · Professional Development and Growth Opportunities

    · And much more…

    *Job Summary*

    Provides direct patient care to patients using the nursing process in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice.

    Performs plan of care intervention, including medication administration, specimen collection, clinical treatments, as well as other medical care treatment.

    Documents patient care given.

    Monitors, records, and communicates patient condition as appropriate to care team, physician, patient, and family.

    Assists patients with performing activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, elimination, nutrition, and ambulation.

    Collaborates as needed across disciplines to coordinate patient care, including patient transfer, discharge, referral and spiritual/psychosocial support needs.

    Evaluates learning needs of patient and/or family and provides patient/family education appropriate to age, culture, condition, and circumstances.

    Works as an advocate for the physical and emotional well-being of the patient.LDRP competentStaff member demonstrates clinical competence and efficiency in care of the patient in labor, delivery, postpartum and newborn, as defined in hospital and departmental policies, professional practice, standards/guidelines , and the Law/rules regulating the practice of Nursing (AZ board of nursing website @www.AZBN.gov)

    To perform this job, an individual must perform each essential function satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation.Every effort has been made to make this job description as complete as possible. However, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties the incumbent will be required to perform. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or is a logical assignment to the position. This position description does not restrict the right of management to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities with and without notice.

    Minimum EducationX Associate’s degree X Required
    X Graduate of a Program in Discipline □ Preferred X Required
    X Bachelor’s degree X Preferred □ Required

    Required SkillsCompetency/TrainingX Basic Fetal Monitoring within 30 days of hire (if RN does not have other intermediate or advanced FM cert)X Fetal Monitoring competency--Meets requirements for labor and delivery MSE. Intermediate must be renewed every two (2) years.X NIH Stroke Scale completed within 90 daysRequires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
    Certifications:X Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)-American Heart Association required within 90 days of hireX Neonatal Resuscitation Provider (NRP) at time of hireXSTABLE -Preferred

    Required Licenses Registered Nurse
    Compact or multi state licensure acceptedMust be a graduate of an accredited nursing program

    **Job:** **Nursing*

    **Organization:** **Valley View Medical Center*

    **Title:** *RN, Womens Services - FT Days*

    **Location:** *Arizona-Ft. Mohave*

    **Requisition ID:** *7451-3241*


    Employment Type

    Full Time

  • RN - Pediatrics
    Health Advocates Network    Fort Defiance, AZ 86504
     Posted about 20 hours    

    Benefits We Offer:

    + Comprehensive health, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability plans

    + Competitive pay rates

    + Referral opportunities ? Refer a friend & Cash in!

    + Travel reimbursement and per diem allowances

    + Employee discounts

    + Educational opportunities

    Health Advocates Network was founded based on a shared aspiration to improve the way healthcare staffing is done. We are a company founded by healthcare professionals and built for healthcare professionals. As your true advocates, we will always help you thrive and pave the path forward in your career. Our talented staffing team is committed to providing exceptional customer service, great opportunities with top pay and benefits.
    From Per Diem to Travel Contracts, miles away or local to you, Health Advocates Network can find you just what you are looking for. Allow us to get you to you next adventure!

    Health Advocates Network, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants shall receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected basis under applicable federal, state or local law, except where a bona fide occupational qualification applies. EOE including Veterans/Disability


    Employment Type

    Full Time

  • RN - ER
    Health Advocates Network    Yuma, AZ 85366
     Posted about 20 hours    

    Benefits We Offer:

    + Comprehensive health, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability plans

    + Competitive pay rates

    + Referral opportunities ? Refer a friend & Cash in!

    + Travel reimbursement and per diem allowances

    + Employee discounts

    + Educational opportunities

    Health Advocates Network was founded based on a shared aspiration to improve the way healthcare staffing is done. We are a company founded by healthcare professionals and built for healthcare professionals. As your true advocates, we will always help you thrive and pave the path forward in your career. Our talented staffing team is committed to providing exceptional customer service, great opportunities with top pay and benefits.
    From Per Diem to Travel Contracts, miles away or local to you, Health Advocates Network can find you just what you are looking for. Allow us to get you to you next adventure!

    Health Advocates Network, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants shall receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected basis under applicable federal, state or local law, except where a bona fide occupational qualification applies. EOE including Veterans/Disability


    Employment Type

    Full Time

  • RN - PCU
    Health Advocates Network    Tucson, AZ 85702
     Posted about 20 hours    

    Benefits We Offer:

    + Comprehensive health, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability plans

    + Competitive pay rates

    + Referral opportunities ? Refer a friend & Cash in!

    + Travel reimbursement and per diem allowances

    + Employee discounts

    + Educational opportunities

    Health Advocates Network was founded based on a shared aspiration to improve the way healthcare staffing is done. We are a company founded by healthcare professionals and built for healthcare professionals. As your true advocates, we will always help you thrive and pave the path forward in your career. Our talented staffing team is committed to providing exceptional customer service, great opportunities with top pay and benefits.
    From Per Diem to Travel Contracts, miles away or local to you, Health Advocates Network can find you just what you are looking for. Allow us to get you to you next adventure!

    Health Advocates Network, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants shall receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected basis under applicable federal, state or local law, except where a bona fide occupational qualification applies. EOE including Veterans/Disability


    Employment Type

    Full Time

  • Case Manager RN - Field - Maricopa County AZ
    CVS Health    Phoenix, AZ 85067
     Posted about 20 hours    

    Bring your heart to CVS Health. Every one of us at CVS Health shares a single, clear purpose: Bringing our heart to every moment of your health. This purpose guides our commitment to deliver enhanced human-centric health care for a rapidly changing world. Anchored in our brand — with heart at its center — our purpose sends a personal message that how we deliver our services is just as important as what we deliver. Our Heart At Work Behaviors™ support this purpose. We want everyone who works at CVS Health to feel empowered by the role they play in transforming our culture and accelerating our ability to innovate and deliver solutions to make health care more personal, convenient and affordable.

    Position Summary

    SIGN ON BONUS - Qualifying candidates may be eligible for up to a $5,000 sign on bonus upon hire.

    This role is work from home with up to 50% travel required in Maricopa County, Arizona to visit members face to face in their homes.

    Schedule for this position is Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm.Utilizes skills to coordinate, document and communicate all aspects of the utilization/benefit management program.

    Applies critical thinking and knowledge in clinically appropriate treatment, evidence-based care and medical necessity criteria for members by providing care coordination, support and education for members through the use of care management tools and resources.

    Evaluation of Members; Through the use of care management tools and information/data review, conducts comprehensive evaluation of referred member’s needs/eligibility and recommends an approach to case resolution and/or meeting needs by evaluating member’s benefit plan and available internal and external programs/services.Identifies high risk factors and service needs that may impact member outcomes and care planning components with appropriate referrals.Coordinates and implements assigned care plan activities and monitors care plan progress.Enhancement of Medical Appropriateness and Quality of Care;Uses a holistic approach to overcome barriers to meet goals and objectives; presents cases at case conferences to obtain multidisciplinary review in order to achieve optimal outcomes.Identifies and escalates quality of care issues through established channels.Utilizes negotiation skills to secure appropriate options and services necessary to meet the member’s benefits and/or healthcare needs.Utilizes influencing/ motivational interviewing skills to ensure maximum member engagement and promote lifestyle/behavior changes to achieve optimum level of health.Provides coaching, information and support to empower the member to make ongoing independent medical and/or healthy lifestyle choices.Helps member actively and knowledgably participate with their provider in healthcare decision-making. Monitoring, Evaluation, and Documentation of Care;Utilizes case management processes in compliance with regulatory and accreditation guidelines and company policies and procedures. Required Qualifications

    + 2+ years of Case Management experience.

    + 2+ years clinical experience as a RN.

    + 2+ years' Experience working with people who have been designated as having a serious mental illness (SMI) and working with people who are elderly or have a physical disability is very strongly preferred.

    + Active and unrestricted RN license in the state of Arizona.

    + Willing and able to travel up to 50% of their time to meet members face to face within Maricopa County AZ and surrounding areas.

    + Reliable transportation required; Mileage is reimbursed per our company expense reimbursement policy

    Preferred Qualifications

    + Computer proficient with outlook, windows, and word.

    + Experience collaborating with medical professionals

    + Strong organization and time management skills.

    + Discharge planning experience

    Education

    + Associate in nursing required.

    + Preferred bachelor's in nursing.

    For more information on our benefit programs, please visit:https://jobs.cvshealth.com/employee-benefits (https://protect-usb.mimecast.com/s/HChtCEKL7mupo2P4Q84HN2Ovk?domain=jobs.cvshealth.com)

    Pay Range

    The typical pay range for this role is:

    $60,522.80 - $129,600.00

    This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors. This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above. In addition to your compensation, enjoy the rewards of an organization that puts our heart into caring for our colleagues and our communities. The Company offers a full range of medical, dental, and vision benefits. Eligible employees may enroll in the Company’s 401(k) retirement savings plan, and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan is also available for eligible employees. The Company provides a fully-paid term life insurance plan to eligible employees, and short-term and long term disability benefits. CVS Health also offers numerous well-being programs, education assistance, free development courses, a CVS store discount, and discount programs with participating partners. As for time off, Company employees enjoy Paid Time Off (“PTO”) or vacation pay, as well as paid holidays throughout the calendar year. Number of paid holidays, sick time and other time off are provided consistent with relevant state law and Company policies. For more detailed information on available benefits, please visit jobs.CVSHealth.com/benefits

    We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on: 06/30/2024

    We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate in recruiting, hiring, promotion, or any other personnel action based on race, ethnicity, color, national origin, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.


    Employment Type

    Full Time

  • Charge RN Oncology
    Dignity Health    Phoenix, AZ 85067
     Posted about 20 hours    

    **Overview**

    Hello humankindness Located conveniently in the heart of Phoenix ArizonaSt. Josephs Hospital and Medical Center is a 571-bed not-for-profit hospital that provides a wide range of health social and support services. Founded in 1895 by the Sisters of Mercy St. Josephs was the first hospital in the Phoenix area. More than 125 years later St. Josephs remains dedicated to its mission of caring for the poor and underserved.We are extremely proud to be a nationally recognized center for quality quaternary care medical education and research. St. Josephs includes the internationally renowned Barrow Neurological Institute Norton Thoracic Institute Cancer Center at St. Josephs Ivy Brain Tumor Center and St. Josephs Level I Trauma Center (which is verified by the American College of Surgeons). The hospital is also a respected center for high-risk obstetrics neuro-rehabilitation orthopedics and other medical services. St. Joseph’s is considered a sought-after destination hospital for treating the most complex cases from throughout the world. Every day approximately 20 percent of the hospital’s patients have traveled from outside of Arizona and the United States to seek treatment at St. Joseph’s.U.S News & World Report routinely ranks St. Josephs among the top hospitals in the United States for neurology and neurosurgery. In addition St. Josephs boasts the Creighton University School of Medicine at St. Josephs and a strategic alliance with Phoenix Childrens Hospital.St. Josephs is consistently named an outstanding place to work and one of Arizonas healthiest employers. Come grow your career with one of Arizonas Most Admired Companies.Look for us on Facebookand follow us on Twitter.For the health of our community ... we are proud to be a tobacco-free campus.

    **Responsibilities**

    Provides oversight of the activities on a nursing unit during a specific shift, including serving as a resource to staff, directing patient flow, assuring appropriate utilization of resources and providing oversight for the provisions of quality care in a manner satisfying to patients.

    **Qualifications**

    Requirements:

    Associate’s Degree - ADN, Diploma or foreign equivalent

    RN CA

    BLS-CPR

    Preferrred:

    Two years RN experience within applicable clinical specialty and/or Charge Nurse experience

    BSN

    ACLS (CT ACLS)

    Previous experience with personal computers

    **Pay Range**

    $42.85 - $63.77 /hour

    We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.


    Industry

    Health Sciences

    Employment Type

    Full Time


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