Clinical Nurse Specialist - CNS - Oncology / Medical / Surgical-Full Time * Job Listing at Mercy San Juan Medical Center in Carmichael, CA

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About This Position

The incumbent is accountable for staff functions which enhance the delivery of patient care in accordance with the standards of nursing practice through education, role modeling, standards development, quality improvement, program development and coordination.This position requires at least 5 years clinical experience in oncology and medical-surgical nursing and a bachelor and masters degree with a specialty in Oncology, medical-surgical nursing. Candidates must have a current California RN license, CNS certificate and BLS from the American Heart Association. ACLS is preferred. ONS may be required.
Special skills required for this position include the following: current nursing techniques; principles and practices advanced medical and surgical nursing; regulatory/accreditation agency standards; current evidence based best practices; effective oral and written communication skills; staff development and needs assessment techniques; interpersonal relationship skills; current trends and issues in nursing; stress control techniques; problem solving skills; organizational and prioritization skills; CQI and QA methodologies; computer skills.
The incumbent shall demonstrate behaviors consistent with the core (Mercy) values in support with Mercy San Juan Medical Center and the Mission and Philosophy of Dignity Health.

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About Us

Mercy San Juan Medical Center is a nationally recognized 370-bed, not-for-profit, Level II Trauma Center located in Carmichael, California, serving the areas of north Sacramento County and south Placer County. It is one of the region"s largest and most comprehensive medical centers. Dedicated to the community"s well-being, our 2,100 employees, 430 medical staff and 270 volunteers provide excellence in care for more than 150,000 patients each year.
Mercy San Juan Medical Center consistently receives national attention for the high quality care we provide. Recent recognition includes U.S. News & World Report"s list of 2011 Best Regional Hospitals and 2012 recognition from a national ratings organization that includes: Excellence Award in Critical Care/America"s 100 Best in Critical Care, Excellence Award in Neurosurgery and 5-star ratings in COPD, sepsis, pneumonia, pulmonary embolism, respiratory failure, neurosurgery, stroke, bowel obstruction and total knee replacement.
Among the medical services we provide are:
One of the Sacramento area"s leading Level II trauma centers, recognized nationally as a leader in trauma care
A Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, ranked among the world"s elite for survival rates of premature infants
A comprehensive cardiac program that is part of the Mercy Heart and Vascular Institute, including cardiac surgery, cardiac catheterization and cardiac rehabilitation
The Mercy Neurological Institute of Northern California and Primary Stroke Center
The Mercy Cancer Institute, including nurse navigation and dedicated teams of specialists
The latest da Vinci robotic surgical system, with more robotic specialties offered than any other hospital in the region
The only MAKO robotic orthopedic surgery program in the region to provide partial knee resurfacing
A comprehensive Lung & Esophageal Center, with highly specialized diagnosis and sophisticated surgical treatments
As we embrace opportunities for enhancement and growth, we are eager to find professionals who share our vision. Ready to fulfill your life"s purpose? Please take a moment to discover more about what it is like to work here by visiting www.mercysanjuan.org. Because we see our employees as our most valuable assets, we offer great benefits, career growth, flexibility, training and leadership development.
Benefits Package Highlights:
Free Medical, Dental and Vision plan for full- and part-time employees and family
100% Employer Paid Retirement Plan
Supplemental Retirement Plan (403B-tax deferred with employer contribution)
Medical Retiree Benefits
Generous and separate Paid Time Off (PTO) and Sick Leave
Tuition Reimbursement
Smoke - Free Campus