Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS)

Department:

34003 Aurora St. Lukes South Shore•

Clinical Nurse Specialists Status:

Full time

Benefits Eligible:

Yes Hours Per Week:

40

Schedule Details/Additional Information:

Monday

• Friday; primarily 1st shift with flex to other shifts as needed Pay Range $51.05
• $76.60 Where You Will Work RN
• Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS)

Location:

South Shore We are seeking an experienced Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) to advance nursing practice and improve patient outcomes through evidence-based interventions, research, and innovative care models. This role provides leadership, consultation, and expertise in clinical practice, education, and program development to ensure high-quality, cost-effective, and nurse-sensitive outcomes. We're Looking For Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice. Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) certification (ANCC) within 2 years, OR one of the following Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN)

• AACN Advanced Oncology Certified CNS (AOCNS)
• ONCC Orthopedic CNS-C
• ONCB Other specialty-specific nursing certification (ANCC or approved body) Master's Degree in Nursing Candidates with nurse clinician experience enrolled in a CNS program or willing to enroll will be considered.

would be considered for Nurse Clinician role Minimum 2 years of nursing or clinical specialty experience. Completion of 500 clinical hours in a CNS program required.

What You'll Do:

Drive nursing practice improvements through evidence-based interventions, best practice guidelines, and policy modifications. Design, implement, and evaluate innovative care programs for individuals and populations. Provide input and expertise in orientation, annual competency assessments, and continuing education programs. Collaborate with leadership, staff, and external agencies to ensure compliance with regulatory standards. Establish and monitor care standards, initiating changes based on data analysis. Mentor and coach nurses and leaders in professional development and evidence-based practice. Promote and facilitate research, including proposal development and implementation of findings. Demonstrate age-specific care knowledge and skills across the lifespan.

About This Location:

Find a career you'll love at Aurora St Luke's South Shore If you're looking for state-of-the-art care in your community, Aurora St. Luke's South Shore provides the care your family needs, close to home. Our staff is committed to medical excellence as well as compassionate care. We're focused on treating you, and not just your condition. You also can depend on 24/7 emergency services and a number of on-site specialists. Be the Nurse Who Redefines Care. At Advocate Health, being a nurse means more than delivering exceptional clinical care—it means leading with purpose, compassion, and boldness. As part of our One Advocate Nurse community, you'll join a unified team committed to lifting others up, embracing innovation, and creating inclusive spaces where everyone can thrive. You'll be empowered to think boldly, collaborate with humility, and drive change through fearless curiosity. Whether you're at the bedside, in the community, or advancing care through research and education, you'll help shape the future of health—because here, we're redefining care for you, for us, for all. Your feedback matters. Every nurse's voice is vital in shaping our culture and improving care. We value your insights and experiences because they help us grow stronger together. Ready to Take the

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Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of

Total Rewards:

benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more

• so you can live fully at and away from work, including: Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job Incentive pay for select positions Opportunity for annual increases based on performance Benefits and more Paid Time Off programs Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short•and Long-Term Disability Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs

Educational Assistance Program Note:

Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview. About Advocate Health Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation's largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits. This is Transformation One shared purpose brought us together. Now, as one of the 10 largest not-for-profit, integrated health systems in the United States, our combined strength and stability drives us forward. Starting with You Caring for nearly 3 million people has inspired a transformation. One in which the patient's experience guides our vision and empowers us to offer new possibilities in our communities. Reshaping Access What is access? It's offering more sites of care than any other health system in the Midwest. But there's a new frontier. Access is exploring the latest technologies to deliver care to patients exactly where they are and exactly when they need it Inspiring Professionals With our dynamically inclusive workforce and strong connections to the places where we live and work, we'll touch more lives and contribute to stronger and more vibrant communities. Transforming Care We're redefining the standard for care with world-class doctors and caregivers, innovative solutions, outstanding outcomes, and leading-edge research and clinical trials. Combined, Advocate and Aurora are recognized for clinical excellence in: Cardiovascular Care Neurosciences Gynecology Oncology Pediatrics Primary Care Neurology Geriatrics Trauma Care