Clinical Development Specialist FT

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Day Shift Description: At MercyOne, health care is more than just a doctor’s visit or a place to go when you’re in need of medical attention. Our Mission is based on improving the health of our communities – that means not only when you are sick but keeping you well. MercyOne Clinton Medical Center is a Catholic, not-for-profit, full-service community health system serving counties in eastern Iowa and western Illinois. With approximately 50,000 patient admissions every year, MercyOne Clinton operates 163 licensed beds. In addition to a wide range of traditional hospital services, MercyOne Clinton provides a continuum of care with specialized services in wound care, radiation oncology, dialysis, imaging, sleep disorders, therapy services, and skilled care. MercyOne Clinton has a staff of more than 800 employees, making it one of the community’s largest employers. Join the MercyOne Family! We are looking to hire a Clinical Development Specialist. As a Clinical Development Specialist at MercyOne, you are a clinical expert in the diagnosis and treatment of illness and the delivery of evidence-based nursing interventions (ANA, 2004). A CDS works with other nurses to advance their nursing practice, improve outcomes and provide clinical expertise to effect system-wide changes. The primary goal of the CDS is continuous improvement of patient outcomes, nursing care and advancing nursing professionalism. The CDS functions as a health care provider, educator, consultant, researcher, leader and/or case manager. The CDS will comply with the ANA Standards for quality patient care, anticipate problems and complications and help prevent their development. To retain specialty certification and clinical skills the CDS may schedule hours in direct patient care. Models professional behavior both in the organization and in the community to enhance the profession of nursing. Support and participate in shared leadership and interdisciplinary decision-making. Serve as a team member, leader, mentor, and teacher to patients, students, peers and other colleagues. To care for individuals, families, groups and systems with complex health needs within a specific clinical area. Use theoretical and clinical expertise to assist health care providers and consumers in promoting or achieving optimal health care. Develop and implement ANA standards of nursing practice. Serve as a consultant or resource person for other nurses. Facilitate an interdisciplinary approach to meeting the needs of patients. Use and promote evidence-based practice and research to improve clinical nursing practice. Schedule: Days; Monday - Friday. General Requirements: Active registration for registered nurse, Board of Nursing, State of Iowa. Certification in area of specialty or obtained with in the first 2 years of hire. BLS, ACLS or PALS certified. Must possess the ability to instruct in small and large group settings. Must possess leadership skills to promote change and foster accountability of self and others. Must be able to operate in a collaborative, shared leadership environment. Must possess a personal presence that is characterized by a sense of honesty, integrity, and caring with the ability to inspire and motivate others to promote the philosophy, mission and vision, goals, and values of Trinity Health. Must possess the ability to comply with Trinity Health policies and procedures. Education: Bachelor's Degree required. Master’s degree required or must be enrolled within the first year of hire. Colleagues of MercyOne Health System enjoy competitive compensation with a full benefits package and opportunity for growth throughout the system! Visit MercyOne Careers to learn more about the benefits, culture, and career development opportunities available to you at MercyOne Health System circle of care. Want to learn more about MercyOne Clinton? Click here: Find a Location Clinton, Iowa (IA), MercyOne Clinton Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law. Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we’re 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well-being services. Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs. For more information, visit http://www.trinity-health.org. You can also follow Trinity Health on LinkedIn.