Wound Ostomy and Palliative Care CNS Clinical Nurse Specialist

Make an impact that matters. Step into a high-performance career as the Wound Ostomy and Palliative Care CNS Clinical Nurse Specialist and ignite pediatric healing across a thriving Central Valley medical campus ✨. The Wound Ostomy and Palliative Care CNS Clinical Nurse Specialist will drive innovation, elevate outcomes, and champion compassionate, family-centered care.

Why this organization is a remarkable place to practice. The Wound Ostomy and Palliative Care CNS Clinical Nurse Specialist will join a nationally respected, award-winning pediatric health system recognized for nursing excellence, breakthrough research, and quality achievements that consistently rank among the best in the West. The Wound Ostomy and Palliative Care CNS Clinical Nurse Specialist will benefit from leading-edge technologies—advanced pressure injury analytics, negative pressure wound therapy platforms, ostomy care innovations, precision pain and symptom management tools, and EHR-integrated clinical pathways—supported by strong community philanthropy, expanded specialty programs, and a culture of safety, equity, and continuous improvement.

Support, collaboration, and meaningful responsibility. The Wound Ostomy and Palliative Care CNS Clinical Nurse Specialist will report to a Director of Nursing Practice and collaborate closely with the Chief Nursing Officer, service line leaders, and an interdisciplinary team of friendly nurses, advanced practice clinicians, pediatric surgeons, palliative care physicians, child life specialists, pharmacists, therapists, social workers, and chaplains. The Wound Ostomy and Palliative Care CNS Clinical Nurse Specialist will lead evidence-based consultations, optimize complex wound and ostomy management, guide palliative care symptom control and goals-of-care conversations, standardize protocols, precept and educate bedside teams, advance quality metrics, prepare for surveys and accreditations, and champion inclusive, family-centered care across inpatient, outpatient, and telehealth settings.

Central Valley lifestyle and adventure. The Wound Ostomy and Palliative Care CNS Clinical Nurse Specialist will thrive in Central Valley California, where a sunny climate, tree-lined neighborhoods, and an attractive cost of living meet world-class outdoor access. Within a short drive, the Wound Ostomy and Palliative Care CNS Clinical Nurse Specialist can explore Yosemite, Sequoia, and Kings Canyon National Parks, hike Sierra Nevada trails, paddle scenic lakes, and enjoy year-round farmers' markets, farm-to-fork cuisine, regional wineries, craft breweries, and authentic multicultural dining. The Wound Ostomy and Palliative Care CNS Clinical Nurse Specialist will also discover vibrant concerts, arts festivals, family attractions, collegiate sports, and easy weekend escapes to the coast or big-city amenities—delivering a balanced, adventure-ready lifestyle 🏔️.

Compensation, benefits, and next steps. The Wound Ostomy and Palliative Care CNS Clinical Nurse Specialist will be offered competitive compensation up to $200,000, along with a full suite of health and retirement benefits, generous paid time off, well-being resources, education and certification support, and growth pathways aligned with advanced practice excellence. To explore how the Wound Ostomy and Palliative Care CNS Clinical Nurse Specialist can shape pediatric outcomes at this organization, connect confidentially with a Clinical Management Consultants recruiter today and spark the next chapter of a purpose-driven career.