POSITION SUMMARY:

The Clinical Outcomes Specialist/Clinical Nurse Specialist is a Masters’ or Doctoral prepared Registered Nurse who functions as a resource to nurses and patients to improve quality care outcomes within Acute Care. The COS works within the Department of Clinical Excellence to facilitate evidence-based practice implementation, positively influencing nursing care in collaboration with the Patient Care Services team. Using a data-driven approach, the COS leads sustainable change to elevate nursing professional practice and ensure seamless, quality patient care across the continuum. The COS applies influence across the three spheres of patient/family, staff, and system to transform healthcare delivery.

CULTURE OF SAFETY: Unified by the core purpose of creating a healthier community one person at a time, the members of the Division of Patient Care Services commit themselves to sustaining a culture focused on achieving optimal patient outcomes. Each employee is obligated to deliver highly reliable care while adhering to all National Patient Safety Goals. This occurs within a learning environment that is supportive and just, where each employee is valued for their contribution to the collective safety of patients, staff, and visitors. Of equal importance is each employee's commitment to the value of teamwork to promote a unified and spirited workplace. 

REQUIREMENTS: 

• Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree required; MSN with Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) certification preferred, or eligibility to sit for CNS exam.
• 5-7 years of relevant experience
• American Heart Association BLS
• Maryland Registered Nurse (RN) License required 
• Neurology and/or Ortho Trauma experience preferred