Job Description
Position Description Applications will be reviewed on an as needed basis until the position is filled. Please allow 2 weeks for processing of all application materials. The eligible list established from this recruitment may also be used to fill future temporary and permanent positions as vacancies arise. Natividad may offer a sign-on bonus to experienced candidates hired into permanent full-time positions. Exam #25/52A60/08SS. Position Description Natividad is currently seeking to fill one (1) full time permanent Clinical Nurse Specialist to provide expert nursing care in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit and Pediatric departments . The major role functions of this position include clinical practice, education, consultation, performance improvement, and research. The County of Monterey is committed to honoring the service and sacrifice of veterans and eligible military spouses and awards veterans’ preference points for this recruitment. To learn more about the eligibility requirements and the process, be sure to read the Hiring Preference for Veterans and Eligible Military Spouses section located towards the end of this job flier. Examples of Duties Significant Responsibilities Of This Position Serves as consultant to nursing staff, physicians and other health care providers in area of specialization. Establishes standards for nursing practice in consultation with the nursing administrative leadership. Collaborate with the nursing staff from various departments and levels to develop appropriate policies and procedures. Plan, facilitate, and participate in nursing and interdisciplinary rounds and conferences. Assess the need for and identifies, designs and implements classes, courses, and seminars to meet educational needs of staff. Use advanced clinical skills in the assessment, diagnosis, treatment and evaluation of patients. Serve as consultant to nursing staff, medical staff and other health care providers in the assigned division. Participate as an active member on select nursing and health, and hospital-wide committees; identify, design and conduct nursing research. Coordinate patient care between the assigned division and other departments within and outside of Natividad. Assist staff members as needed in the assigned division and other services in understanding and utilizing research findings in their practice. Provide or guide nursing staff in the deliverance of expert nursing care. Examples Of Experience/Education/Training MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS License: Possession of a valid Registered Nurse license issued by the BRN of the State of California or ability to obtain a CA License prior to employment is required. AND Pursuant to Chapter 6 of Division 2 of the Business and Professions Code, Section 2838, possession of valid certification as a Clinical Nurse Specialist issued by the BRN of the State of California, or ability to obtain a CA certification prior to employment is required. THE IDEAL CANDIDATE Will have proven track record demonstrating the following knowledge, skills and abilities: Thorough Knowledge Of Medical terminology, hospital routine, and equipment. Knowledge of evidence-based practice and research methodology. Nursing procedures, techniques, equipment and supplies. Health systems, agencies and patterns of referral. Principles and practices of advanced nursing and related sciences, including a range of therapies in area of specialty for assessment prevention, treatment, rehabilitation, including related technical skills. Skill and Ability to: Apply nursing processes. Utilize concepts of assessment, priority setting, organization and evaluation. Organize and present formal/informal teaching. Display excellent leadership skills. Work well with other nursing, medical, and treatment personnel. Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Provide clinical direction and education. Advise and motivate others. Facilitate a multi-disciplinary team approach to care delivery, linking medical, nursing, and non-nursing components. Examples Of Experience/Education/Training Any combination of training, education and/or experience which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities and required conditions of employment listed above is qualifying. An example of a way these requirements might be acquired is: Education : Master's degree in Nursing from an accredited program in clin