BJC HealthCare: Clinical Nurse Specialist - Acute Medicine

Company: BJC HealthCare
Location: Saint Louis
Posted on: January 15, 2021

Job Description:

Job DescriptionJob ID: 1204493 Employment Status: Full-Time More Information: Barnes-Jewish Hospital at Washington University Medical Center is the largest hospital in Missouri and is ranked as one of the nation"s top hospitals by U.S. News & World Report. Barnes-Jewish Hospital"s staff is composed of full-time academic faculty and community physicians of Washington University School of Medicine, supported by a house staff of residents, interns, fellows and other medical professionals. Recognizing its excellence in nursing care, Barnes-Jewish Hospital was the first adult hospital in Missouri to be certified as a Magnet Hospital by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. Nurses in Acute Care Medicine manage patients with a full range of clinical issues-from significant blood dyscrasias, advanced endocrine pathology, heart and renal failure, GI conditions, infectious diseases, asthma and a multitude of other conditions and diseases.-- Because of our patient acuity, we provide advanced training to bring new nurses to the highest level of functioning.----Each unit is lead by a clinical manager and lead charge nurse.-- The unit is supported by an advanced practice nurse.-- Additionally each unit is assigned a case manager, social worker, physical therapist, dietitian, and pharmacist.-- This multidisciplinary team works in conjunction with the physicians, nurses and patient care technicians to provide quality patient care. Overview Role Purpose Acts as the clinical expert, promoting evidence based practice working with staff, patients, families, and physicians. Responsibilities * Provides direct care and consultation in the management of patient care. * Improves the quality of health care by providing educational services to patients, families, community and health care professionals. * Educates, develops and supports clinical practice. * Conducts scientific investigation and research. * BJC has determined this is a safety-sensitive position. The ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner is an essential function of this job. Minimum Requirements Degree * Master"s Degree Nursing(Accredited CNSProgram) * Master"s Degree Nursing(Accredited CNSProgram) Experience * About BJC HealthCare

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