Clinical Nurse Specialist CNS- Emergency Service Line

apartment Ascension location_onWichita, KS 67214, US

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Specialty: Emergency Medicine Service Line
Schedule: Full-time, Monday - Friday, Weekends as needed (Rare)
Call Schedule: No Holidays and No Call
Practice Detail: Wonderful opportunity to educate the nursing team and make an impact!
EMR System: Cerner
Facility: Ascension Via Christi St. Francis
Location: Wichita, Kansas

Benefits

Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Benefit options and eligibility vary by position, scheduled hours and location. Benefits are subject to change at any time. Your recruiter will provide the most up-to-date details during the hiring process.

Responsibilities

Provide advanced care, consultation, research, management and education in a specific clinical area.

This position is 90% admin, education, outreach and mentoring.
Great opportunity for an advanced provider with an Emergency Medicine background who loves to teach, share their knowledge and help other clinicians grow.
Work directly with the CNO to support the Service Line Directors.
Provide advanced direct nursing care in accordance with established policies, procedures and protocols of the healthcare organization.
Serve as an expert consultant for staff in areas of program development, clinical practice, and professional development. Contribute to defining, directing and evaluating the nursing care and functions of clinical staff.
Manage clinical research projects in support of evidence-based practice and disseminate findings.
Develop, implement and evaluate educational plans/programs and utilize methods, measurements and tools to evaluate achievement of learning goals.
May assess the learning needs of patients and families and develop and/or implement teaching programs.

About Ascension Medical Group Via Christi

Largest multi-specialty group practice in Kansas including locations in Manhattan, Wamego and Wichita - More than 300 providers in 40 specialties providing mission-minded care for all.
Academic affiliation with the University of Kansas School of Medicine and sponsorship of 6 residency and 2 fellowship programs.

About Wichita

Family-friendly metropolitan area of approximately 500,000.
Voted #1 city for overall affordability by Business Insider.
Excellent amenities including a new airport, award- winning schools, affordable housing and diverse economic base.
Home to four university campuses including the University of Kansas School of Medicine and Wichita State University.

About Ascension Medical Group

Ascension Medical Group is a clinician-led provider organization focused on delivering high-quality health outcomes and an exceptional patient experience. With 2,000 sites of care and 7,600 providers, physicians and advanced practice providers have the opportunity to collaborate with clinicians across one of the largest healthcare provider networks in the U.S. When you join our team, you'll benefit from competitive wages, comprehensive benefits, innovative technology and countless opportunities for growth.

Requirements

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

Clinical Nurse Specialist credentialed from the Kansas Board of Nursing required.
Registered Nurse credentialed from the Kansas Board of Nursing required.
BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

Education:

Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing required and Master's degree required.

Additional Preferences

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Why Join Our Team

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

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Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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