Clinical Nurse Specialist

14 hours ago


Santa Barbara, California, United States Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Clinical Nurse Specialist to join our Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) team at Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital. As a CNS, you will play a critical role in directing the clinical nursing practice, coordinating education development, and ensuring continued competency of nursing staff.

Responsibilities
  • Direct the clinical nursing practice in the NICU, ensuring high-quality patient care and adherence to evidence-based guidelines.
  • Coordinate and assess critical care education development, ensuring nursing staff have the necessary skills and knowledge to provide exceptional care.
  • Consult with staff on complex neonatal critical care nursing issues, providing expert guidance and support.
  • Oversight of comprehensive parent and/or primary caretaker education activities, ensuring families are empowered to care for their newborns.
  • Ensure implementation of a coordinated and effective discharge planning program, ensuring smooth transitions for patients and families.
Requirements
  • Certification as a Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) in Neonatal Intensive Care Nursing.
  • Current California RN license and BLS certification.
  • AACN/NCC and NRP Instructor certification (AAP or AHA).
  • At least three years of full-time clinical experience in neonatal nursing in a NICU equivalent to a Regional or Community NICU.
Work Environment

The NICU at Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital is a state-of-the-art facility with a 1:2 staffing ratio. We utilize Omnicell, SBAR, and EPIC electronic documentation systems. Our team is dedicated to providing exceptional care and support to our patients and families.

Please note that this is a high-cost-of-living area, and we encourage applicants to research housing options in Santa Barbara, CA before submitting their application.



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