Senior Clinical Nurse Specialist (APRN) - Emergency Department

Make a significant impact on emergency nursing practice!

Location: Portland, Oregon Facility: Leading Level I Trauma Center Shift: Full-Time (1.0 FTE), Day Shift Incentives: $8,000 Sign-On Bonus & Relocation Assistance Available (Eligibility conditions apply)

Virtus Healthcare Staffing is partnering with a premier Level I Trauma Center in Portland, OR, to find an experienced Senior Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) for their Emergency Department. This leadership role offers a unique chance for a skilled APRN to drive advancements in patient care within a challenging and rewarding environment.

Position Overview

The Senior Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) is an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) who functions as a leader in health care, improving outcomes through the three spheres of influence: patient, nurse, and system. Demonstrating an advanced level of professional competence in Emergency Department nursing practice, the CNS influences care by providing expert consultation, developing and implementing evidence-based practices, and driving quality improvements. This role is pivotal in shaping nursing practice based on national guidelines, research, regulatory requirements, and technological advancements.

Key Roles & Responsibilities

• Practitioner/Consultant: Provide expert consultation to nursing staff, physicians, and other healthcare providers on complex patient care issues within the emergency department specialty. Model advanced clinical practice.
• Educator: Lead the development and implementation of educational programs for nursing staff, focusing on evidence-based practices, new procedures/technologies, specialty certification, and professional development within emergency nursing.
• Leader: Drive improvements in patient care delivery within the ED. Lead the development of nursing practice standards and protocols aligned with national guidelines and regulatory requirements. Collaborate system-wide with nursing leadership, service lines, and patient care departments.
• Researcher: Utilize outcomes from nursing and healthcare research to guide practice changes. Promote a spirit of clinical inquiry and support research activities within the department.
  
  

Qualifications

• Education: Master's Degree from an accredited Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) program (Required).
• Licenses: Current Oregon RN license AND Oregon CNS license (Required upon hire).
• Certifications: Certification as a Clinical Nurse Specialist in relevant specialty area (Required upon hire); Certification in area of specialty (e.g., CEN, CCRN) (Required upon hire); BLS from American Heart Association (Required upon hire).
• Experience: Minimum three (3) years of RN experience in the Emergency Department specialty (Required); 2 years of CNS experience (Preferred); 2 years experience teaching adult learners (Preferred).
  
  

Benefits & Perks

Our partner offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• $8,000 Sign-on Bonus & Relocation Assistance (for eligible external candidates)
• Competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans (with potential assistance program for reduced costs)
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) accrual
• Retirement Program with employer match and discretionary contributions
• Tuition Reimbursement/Education assistance (including 100% paid options)
• Lyra Caregiver Assistance Program (counseling/coaching sessions)
• Free, convenient parking & TriMet annual pass (Hop Fastpass) for eligible staff in the Portland Service Area
  
  

Elevate emergency nursing practice and influence patient care at a prestigious Level I Trauma Center! Apply today for this rewarding Senior CNS opportunity in Portland!