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HSS is consistently among the top-ranked hospitals for orthopedics and rheumatology by U.S. News & World Report. As a recipient of the Magnet Award for Nursing Excellence, HSS was the first hospital in New York City to receive the distinguished designation. Whether you are early in your career or an expert in your field, you will find HSS an innovative, supportive and inclusive environment.
Working with colleagues who love what they do and are deeply committed to our Mission, you too can be part of our transformation across the enterprise.
Emp Status
Regular Full timeWork Shift
Day (United States of America)Compensation Range
The base pay scale for this position is $128,500.00 - $196,375.00. In addition, this position will be eligible for additional benefits consistent with the role. The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be determined based on various factors, including but not limited to: scope of role, level of experience, education, accomplishments, internal equity, budget, and subject to Fair Market Value evaluation. The hiring range listed is a good faith determination of potential compensation at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future.What you will be doingClinical Education Specialist (CES)
Stamford, CT and NYC locations
4 days a week
Operating Room Experience is Required
The Clinical Education Specialist (CES) is responsible for advancing nursing practice across the enterprise through education, mentorship, and the integration of evidence-based standards within the Patient Care Services department. This role identifies opportunities to enhance nursing performance, standardize procedures, and implement best practices that improve patient outcomes and operational efficiency.
The CES implements theory-based professional practices and evaluates, develops, and promotes care plans that support optimal outcomes for patients and their families. This role serves as a resource and mentor to nursing staff, ensuring that curricula, policies, and procedures remain current and in compliance with regulatory standards.
The CES generates data-driven plans that reflect both quality and cost considerations, utilizing appropriate research methods to gather accurate data and drive meaningful improvements in clinical practice. The CES acts as a clinical resource for nurses at all levels, providing clinical leadership and education through ongoing evaluation and direct observation of nursing practice.
This role supplies analytical support to nursing leadership by helping to plan and anticipate educational needs based on patient outcomes, nurse performance data, and real-time clinical observations. The CES demonstrates mastery in clinical decision-making, critical thinking, knowledge development and dissemination, problem identification, and the recognition of safety issues in practice. The position provides point-of-care clinical support to nursing staff.
The CES collaborates with the Professional Development team on initiatives such as orientation and onboarding, the competency program, and the RN Residency and Fellowship programs. The CES understands the Magnet Program and supports the integration of Magnet standards into the nursing infrastructure.
Requirements
BSN from an accredited school of nursing is required
Masters of Nursing
3+ years of Operating Room and/or acute care/critical care RN experience required
NYS and CT RN license and registration required
AHA BLS, PALS, ACLS certification required
Certification preferred, required within 6 months of hire
Non-Discrimination Policy
Hospital for Special Surgery is committed to providing high quality care and skilled, compassionate, reliable service to our community in a safe and healing environment. Consistent with this commitment, Hospital for Special Surgery provides care, admits, and treats patients and provides all services without regard to age, race, color, creed, ethnicity, religion, national origin, culture, language, physical or mental disability, socioeconomic status, veteran or military status, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law or by accreditation standards.
Skills Required
- BSN from an accredited school of nursing
- Masters of Nursing
- 3+ years of Operating Room and/or acute care/critical care RN experience
- NYS and CT RN license and registration
- AHA BLS, PALS, ACLS certification
- Certification within 6 months of hire
What We Do
Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) is a world-leading academic medical center specializing in musculoskeletal health, including orthopedics and rheumatology.
