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New graduate CNS’s are welcome to apply
Practice the art and science of evidence-based advanced nursing as a Clinical Nurse Specialist in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at Rady Children’s Hospital Be a well-respected expert at the bedside and lead the charge in improving the patient care experience alongside our team of passionate and hardworking nurses.
This specialized role supports the Level 4 NICU at the Rady Children’s Main Campus and Level 2/3 NICU satellites.
The CNS will focus on 3 main responsibilities:
Comprehensive Patient Care:
As a Clinical Nurse Specialist, you will act as a valuable resource for medically complex patients, providing specialized planning and coordination of care.
You will work closely with the healthcare team to ensure patients receive the best possible treatment and support.
Research and Best Practices:
Keeping abreast of the latest developments in the field of neonatal critical care, you will actively research best practices, new protocols, and emerging therapies.
By integrating evidence-based findings into patient care, you will contribute to the advancement of treatment approaches.
Mentorship and Education:
You will play a vital role in supporting and mentoring new staff, including recent nursing graduates and new to pediatric nurses.
Your mentorship will help cultivate a supportive and knowledgeable team of healthcare professionals.
Make a difference in the lives of children in San Diego and beyond and join the Rady Children’s NICU Team as our CNS Learn more about our compassionate, resilient, and talented team here:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Master’s Degree
2 years of experience as a Registered Nurse – new grad CNS’s are welcome to apply
Current California RN License
Clinical Nurse Specialist Cert
BLS for Healthcare Providers, issued by AHA
NICU only – National Certification Neonatal Intensive Care (RNC-NIC)
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Doctorate Degree (non MD)
5 years of experience
NRP Certification-AAP (for NICU)
The expected hiring range for this position is $61.30 to $91.95.
Rady Children’s Hospital is committed to compensation that is externally competitive and internally equitable.
We demonstrate this commitment by conducting regular market reviews to remain competitive with organizations of similar size in the nonprofit, healthcare sector.
The range listed above does not represent the full salary range for the position but is the expected hiring range for qualified candidates.
Compensation decisions consider a variety of factors including experience, education, licensure, unique skillsets, organizational need, and internal equity.
