Clinical Nurse Specialist Coordinator Acute Care

At NorthBay Health the Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) is an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse who manages the clinical and educational resources and care standards for the adult medical/surgical/telemetry patient population.  This CNS is a member of the Chief Nursing Officer’s leadership team. This CNS’s role, along with other members of the patient care services team, is to promote the provision of effective, high quality patient care to all patients. This CNS participates in the development of evidence based care delivery systems and clinical practice programs. The following responsibilities are included: oversight of clinical nursing practice and patient care delivery, development of personnel, compliance with regulatory and professional standards, fostering of interdisciplinary, collaborative relationships and is accountable for bringing innovative ideas from and to the bedside. 

This role will coordinate and provide educational programs for staff which are pertinent to the patient population served, such as patient safety initiatives, pain management strategies, telemetry competency, advanced care planning including proactive discharge planning and other pertinent areas of nursing practice. The CNS works collaboratively with the Advance Practice Nurses, Learning and Leadership Team members, and nursing leaders to develop and validate the clinical competency of staff. This CNS works with physicians in order to establish a collegial and interdisciplinary patient care environment. The CNS is an independent consultant on clinical care issues for patients, families, staff, physicians and other departments. The CNS will be responsible for facilitating and managing patient care services division special projects as assigned.

At NorthBay Health, our vision is to be the trusted healthcare partner of choice for the communities we serve. We are dedicated to improving the well-being of our community by providing accessible, high-quality care to all who need it. Every member of our team plays a vital role in delivering compassionate and effective healthcare solutions. We invite you to join us in our mission to ensure that every patient and family member feels valued, respected, and cared for throughout their healthcare journey.

Education: Master’s Degree in Nursing required. MSN major in clinical nurse specialist, clinical nurse leader, education, or related health care field required. 

Licensure and Certification:  Current California RN License required.  Current AHA or equivalent BLS and ACLS certification required.  Current Clinical Nurse Specialist certification is required. National specialty certification in acute care or medical/surgical nursing is preferred.

Experience:  Working knowledge of health care practices, patient care equipment and products required. Minimum of 4 years clinical experience in an acute care setting. Three years of related clinical nurse specialist experience with increasing scope of responsibility preferred. 

Skills: Excellent oral and written communication skills required.  Possesses   instructional ability, leadership ability, and high professional standards.  Must be well   organized, be able to set priorities, work independently and is an effective team member.  Word Processing skills required. Statistical/data management skills  preferred.  Must demonstrate and maintain current knowledge and skill in providing care for patients in appropriate age groups: Young Adult through Geriatrics.  Knowledge of regulatory processes and Standards of Practice required (BRN, ANA, TJC, and Title 22).  Completion of annual organizational requirements for employment (TB testing, Safety Training, Corporate Compliance, HIPAA etc.) 

Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the True North values. The True North values are a set of value-based behaviors that are to be consistently demonstrated and role modeled by all employees that work at NorthBay Health. The True North values principles consist of Nurture/Care, Own It, Respect Relationships, Build Trust and Hardwire Excellence. 

Compensation: $85 - $102  based on years of experience in role.

At NorthBay Health, we are guided by our values: Nurturing Care; Own It; Respect; Build Trust; and Hardwire Excellence. These principles lead us to our TRUE NORTH and inspire us to provide exceptional care. 

These values serve as the foundation of everything we do, guiding us to deliver individualized care with integrity and accountability. We are committed to fostering a culture of collaboration, where every team member is valued and empowered to contribute their best to the health and well-being of those we serve. 

This is an exciting time to join NorthBay Health.

As an independent, nonprofit health system north of the San Francisco Bay Area, in the Napa/Solano Region, we are expanding our footprint across Solano, Yolo, and Napa counties to meet the evolving needs of our communities. With two acute-care hospitals—including a Level II Trauma Center and a modern maternity unit with a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)—along with a comprehensive cancer center, multiple urgent care facilities, and a growing network of primary and specialty clinics, we are investing in the future of care across the region.

NorthBay Health we are home to advanced clinical programs and nationally recognized cardiovascular, neuroscience, and orthopedic services, as well as comprehensive surgical and outpatient specialties. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our Magnet with Distinction designation for nursing (one of only 12 organizations nationwide) and recognition from U.S. News & World Report as “High Performing” in multiple clinical areas, including maternity care, heart failure, and stroke. NorthBay Medical Center has earned the High Performing designation in maternity care for four consecutive years.

As the only locally governed health system in the region, we remain deeply rooted in our communities while growing into a trusted regional healthcare leader. If you are seeking meaningful work, collaborative teams, and the opportunity to help shape the future of healthcare in Northern California, you will find it at NorthBay Health.

Join us with our commitment to excellence, to achieve our vision to be the trusted healthcare partner of choice for the communities we serve.

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