The Clinical Nurse Specialist manager provides leadership based on the vision, mission, philosophy, and core values of Mayo Clinic and the Department of Nursing. The Clinical Nurse Specialist manager plans, directs, coordinates, and evaluates the operational, fiscal, and personnel activities within defined areas of practice and allocates direct report resources to ensure the provision of high quality patient care. The role includes ongoing collaboration and communication utilizing participative decision making when appropriate. The Clinical Nurse Specialist manager is responsible for promoting a collaborative approach to improve the quality of patient care and value to patients. The manager applies current nursing and leadership theories to coordinate direct report activities. The Clinical Nurse Specialist manager acts as a resource and facilitates collaboration between nursing personnel and other healthcare disciplines throughout the organization and within the healthcare community. The Clinical Nurse Specialist manager contributes to the strategic planning process and attainment of goals of the organization. The Clinical Nurse Specialist manager is responsible for the orientation, supervision, coordination, and triage of assignments for staff that report to them. The Clinical Nurse Specialist manager coaches and mentors the staff that report to them. The Clinical Nurse Specialist manager serves as a leader participating in and providing direction for departmental and institutional goals and evidence based practice initiatives. The Clinical Nurse Specialist manager develops and maintains effective relationships with a variety of individuals, both internally and externally.
This role is eligible for TN sponsorship. Successful sponsorship will require state licensure and completion of the VisaScreen or equivalent certification.
- Master's degree with a major in nursing with a Clinical Nurse Specialist focus. Doctoral Degree – DNP or PhD in Nursing preferred.
- Five years of successful work experience in nursing with three years as a Clinical Nurse Specialist.
- Previous experience in supervisory or managerial position preferred.
License and Certifications:
- Current RN license by applicable state requirements.
- Current APRN license by applicable state requirements. Maintains current Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers from one of the following programs:
- American Heart Association or American Red Cross. Additional state licensure(s) and/or specialty certification/training as required by the work area.
About Us
Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.
- Medical: Multiple plan options.
- Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
- Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
- Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
- Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the "EOE is the Law". Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.
Skills Required
- Master's degree in Nursing with Clinical Nurse Specialist focus
- Five years nursing experience including three years as a Clinical Nurse Specialist
- Current RN license by applicable state requirements
- Current APRN license by applicable state requirements
- Current Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers (AHA or Red Cross)
- Additional state licensure(s) and/or specialty certification/training as required by the work area
- Doctoral degree (DNP or PhD in Nursing)
- Previous supervisory or managerial experience
- For sponsored candidates: state licensure and completion of VisaScreen or equivalent certification; TN sponsorship eligible
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What We Do
Mayo Clinic is the first and largest integrated, not-for-profit medical group practice in the world. Doctors from every medical specialty work together to care for patients, joined by common systems and a philosophy of "the needs of the patient come first." More than 3,800 physicians and scientists and 50,900 allied health staff work at Mayo Clinic, which has sites in Rochester, Minn., Jacksonville, Fla., and Scottsdale/Phoenix, Ariz. Mayo Clinic also serves over 70 communities through Mayo Clinic Health System with locations in MN, IA, and WI. Collectively, these locations care for more than 1 million people each year.
