Certified Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) - Emergency Services

                    

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Job Title

Certified Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) - Emergency Services

                        

Location

Akron

                    

Facility

Akron General Medical Center

                     

Department

Advanced Practice Nurses-Cleveland Clinic Akron General

                      

Job Code

T97891

                     

Shift

Days

                       

Schedule

8:00am-4:30pm

                       

Job Summary

Nationally certified Advanced Practice Provider who provides primary and/or specialty care in a variety of healthcare settings. Functions in collaboration with the health care team in accordance with certification and licensure. Practice emphasizes health promotion, disease prevention and the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic health problems. Responsible for dissemination of knowledge through instructing, leading and developing educational programs.

                         

Job Details

Cleveland Clinic Akron General is seeking a dedicated Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) to support the Emergency Medicine team across multiple locations. This role provides advanced clinical expertise, leadership, and education to promote high-quality patient care, nursing excellence, and evidence-based practice within the emergency department setting.

The Clinical Nurse Specialist will collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes, enhance nursing practice, and support clinical initiatives across several sites, including Akron General’s Level I Trauma Center as well as emergency departments in Stow, Bath, and Green.

Position Details

• Schedule: Variable, Day shift, Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. with some evening and night shift coverage

• Setting: Emergency Medicine

• Locations Covered: Akron General Main Campus (Level I Trauma Center), Stow, Bath, and Green

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a clinical expert and resource for nursing staff within the emergency departments.

• Promote and implement evidence-based practice to enhance patient care and clinical outcomes.

• Lead and support quality improvement initiatives, patient safety efforts, and performance improvement projects.

• Provide education, mentorship, and professional development opportunities for nursing staff.

• Collaborate with physicians, nursing leadership, and interdisciplinary teams to optimize care delivery and operational efficiency.

• Support the development and evaluation of clinical policies, procedures, and best practices in emergency care.

Ideal Candidate

• Strong clinical expertise in emergency medicine setting

• Excellent leadership, communication, and collaboration skills

• Passion for improving nursing practice, patient outcomes, and staff development

• Ability to work across multiple sites while fostering strong relationships with clinical teams

This position offers the opportunity to play a pivotal role in advancing emergency nursing practice while supporting a dynamic team dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care throughout the Cleveland Clinic Akron General system.

Job Responsibilities:

CLINICAL PRACTICE: Provide expert consultation and collaboration on care of high-risk patients and families within area of specialty

• Provide direct and indirect nursing care to patients and families

• Round with patients/nurses and interdisciplinary teams  

• Proactively monitor nursing practices and analyze data for trends

• Write APRN progress notes and bill for patient services

• Prescribe medications, therapies and devices as appropriate

• Promote high-quality, safe, cost effective care:

  • Lead and participate in quality improvement projects

  • Support accreditation and compliance activities

  • Represent nursing on department or hospital committee

  • Participate in evaluation of products and equipment relevant to nursing practice