Neonatal Clinical Nurse Specialist - Ped's Administration
ECU Health
Date: 6 hours ago
City: Greenville, NC
Contract type: Full time
ECU Health
At the James and Connie Maynard Childrens Hospital, located at ECU Health Medical Center in Greenville, we are committed to caring for the kids of eastern North Carolina. As the regions only Childrens Hospital, this hospital within a hospital has a total 197 beds and bassinets, including a Level IV NICU, quaternary PICU with ECMO capabilities, a dedicated Pediatric Emergency Department, and a specialized critical-care transport team. Using the latest technologies and highly trained personnel, our child-centered clinical care is unrivaled. The facilities and pediatric services are strategically designed to meet the unique needs of children involving families from start to finish. Our team at Maynard Childrens Hospital is committed to transforming the future of eastern North Carolina, one child at a time.
Position Summary
The Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) is a highly skilled advanced practice registered nurse, prepared at the masters or doctoral level and nationally board-certified in a specialized area of clinical expertise or patient population. As a dynamic leader, innovator, and catalyst for change, the CNS plays a pivotal role in transforming patient care and advancing nursing practice.
With a focus on three spheres of influencepatient and family, nursing practice, and organizational systemsthe CNS leverages advanced clinical knowledge to drive meaningful outcomes. This role is instrumental in identifying gaps in care, designing and implementing evidence-based, cost-effective interventions, and evaluating results to enhance healthcare delivery.
The CNS serves as a trusted consultant and educator, offering expert guidance to healthcare providers, patients, and families. By fostering interdisciplinary collaboration and promoting a healthy work environment, the CNS strengthens team performance and supports high-quality, safe patient care.
Beyond clinical practice, the CNS is a champion of nursing scienceleading research initiatives, integrating evidence-based practices, and influencing policy at the organizational, state, and national levels. Through publications, presentations, and advocacy, the CNS elevates the profession and drives continuous improvement across the healthcare landscape.
Minimum Requirements
Master of Science in Nursing with Clinical Nurse Specialist concentration is required.
Doctorate of Nursing Practice with CNS concentration preferred.
American Heart Association BLS is required.
Current certification as a Clinical Nurse Specialist from a national credentialing body approved by the NC Board of Nursing or completed 1 year from the hire date is required or Pediatric/Neonatal/Adult CNS within three years of hire.
More than 4 years as a Registered Nurse required.
The CNS concentration may be substituted for a Master of Science in Nursing when accompanied by either:
It is the goal of ECU Health and its entities to employ the most qualified individual who best matches the requirements for the vacant position.
Offers of employment are subject to successful completion of all pre-employment screenings, which may include an occupational health screening, criminal record check, education, reference, and licensure verification.
We value diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Decisions of employment are made based on business needs, job requirements and applicants qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information and testing, family and medical leave, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other status protected by law. We prohibit retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint.
At the James and Connie Maynard Childrens Hospital, located at ECU Health Medical Center in Greenville, we are committed to caring for the kids of eastern North Carolina. As the regions only Childrens Hospital, this hospital within a hospital has a total 197 beds and bassinets, including a Level IV NICU, quaternary PICU with ECMO capabilities, a dedicated Pediatric Emergency Department, and a specialized critical-care transport team. Using the latest technologies and highly trained personnel, our child-centered clinical care is unrivaled. The facilities and pediatric services are strategically designed to meet the unique needs of children involving families from start to finish. Our team at Maynard Childrens Hospital is committed to transforming the future of eastern North Carolina, one child at a time.
Position Summary
The Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) is a highly skilled advanced practice registered nurse, prepared at the masters or doctoral level and nationally board-certified in a specialized area of clinical expertise or patient population. As a dynamic leader, innovator, and catalyst for change, the CNS plays a pivotal role in transforming patient care and advancing nursing practice.
With a focus on three spheres of influencepatient and family, nursing practice, and organizational systemsthe CNS leverages advanced clinical knowledge to drive meaningful outcomes. This role is instrumental in identifying gaps in care, designing and implementing evidence-based, cost-effective interventions, and evaluating results to enhance healthcare delivery.
The CNS serves as a trusted consultant and educator, offering expert guidance to healthcare providers, patients, and families. By fostering interdisciplinary collaboration and promoting a healthy work environment, the CNS strengthens team performance and supports high-quality, safe patient care.
Beyond clinical practice, the CNS is a champion of nursing scienceleading research initiatives, integrating evidence-based practices, and influencing policy at the organizational, state, and national levels. Through publications, presentations, and advocacy, the CNS elevates the profession and drives continuous improvement across the healthcare landscape.
Minimum Requirements
Master of Science in Nursing with Clinical Nurse Specialist concentration is required.
Doctorate of Nursing Practice with CNS concentration preferred.
American Heart Association BLS is required.
Current certification as a Clinical Nurse Specialist from a national credentialing body approved by the NC Board of Nursing or completed 1 year from the hire date is required or Pediatric/Neonatal/Adult CNS within three years of hire.
More than 4 years as a Registered Nurse required.
The CNS concentration may be substituted for a Master of Science in Nursing when accompanied by either:
- Clinical Nurse Specialist certification with the NC Board of Nursing
- Post-master's certificate with a CNS concentration.
- Pediatric/Neonatal specific CNS program within one year of hire
- Adult CNS program (for Women's CNS) within one year of hire
- Monday-Friday, 8am - 5pm
It is the goal of ECU Health and its entities to employ the most qualified individual who best matches the requirements for the vacant position.
Offers of employment are subject to successful completion of all pre-employment screenings, which may include an occupational health screening, criminal record check, education, reference, and licensure verification.
We value diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Decisions of employment are made based on business needs, job requirements and applicants qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information and testing, family and medical leave, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other status protected by law. We prohibit retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint.
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