Job Description

Job ID : 3329107

Employment Type : Full-time (1.0 FTE)
Relocation Assistance Available : Possible for Ideal Candidate
Bonus Eligible : Yes
Sign-on Bonus : $8,000 for eligible external candidates who meet all conditions for payment

Position : Senior Clinical Nurse Specialist (APRN) – Emergency Department
Location : Portland, Oregon, United States
Shift : Day Shift

About Our Award Winning Client

Our Award Winning Client , recognized nationally for excellence across healthcare specialties, delivers superior patient outcomes through innovation, evidence-based care, and an interdisciplinary approach. Operating across the U.S., the organization is known for its leadership in advanced practice roles, groundbreaking research integration, and high-performing care delivery systems.

Position Summary

Our Award Winning Client is actively seeking a Senior Clinical Nurse Specialist (APRN) to join their Emergency Department team. In this advanced leadership role, the CNS drives clinical excellence across three primary spheres: patient care, nursing practice, and system improvement. The CNS applies advanced practice expertise to lead transformational improvements in emergency care delivery.

This position demands collaboration across nursing, service lines, and patient care units to ensure safe, efficient, and quality-focused clinical environments. This is a vital leadership role that also includes responsibilities as a clinician, educator, researcher, consultant, and systems change agent.

Key Responsibilities

• Champion evidence-based nursing practices that align with regulatory requirements and national specialty standards.

• Consult and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to implement best practices and influence care delivery models.

• Provide advanced clinical expertise in the Emergency Department, guiding nursing staff and supporting patient outcomes.

• Mentor staff and educate adult learners, driving clinical knowledge and critical thinking development.

• Integrate technology and innovation into patient care planning and delivery systems.

• Conduct and apply healthcare research to improve quality and operational excellence.

• Support organizational strategy through policy development, practice guidelines, and systemic quality initiatives.

Required Skills & Certifications

• Master’s Degree from a clinical nurse specialist program accredited by CCNE or NLNAC

• Oregon Registered Nurse License (upon hire)

• Oregon Advanced Practice – Clinical Nurse Specialist License (upon hire)

• Certification as Clinical Nurse Specialist in area of specialty (upon hire)

• National Provider BLS – American Heart Association (upon hire)

• Certification in area of specialty such as CEN or CCRN

• 3+ years of experience in Emergency Department nursing

Preferred Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience teaching adult learners

• 2+ years of CNS experience

Compensation & Benefits

• Sign-on Bonus : $8,000 for eligible external candidates who meet all conditions for payment

• Bonus Opportunities : Available

• Relocation Assistance : Possible for Ideal Candidate

• Comprehensive Benefits Package : Includes medical, dental, vision, retirement, and more

  • Free, convenient, and ample parking

  • TriMet annual pass (Hop Fastpass) for benefit-eligible staff within the Portland Service Area

  • Medical Plan Assistance Program : Free or reduced-cost coverage for caregivers and dependents based on household size and income

  • Tuition Reimbursement : 100% tuition paid program options, up to $5,250/year for select undergraduate and master’s degrees

  • Paid Time Off (PTO) : Generous accrual allowances for benefit-eligible caregivers

  • Retirement Contributions : Employer match and discretionary contributions

  • Lyra Caregiver Assistance Program : Up to 25 counseling/coaching sessions per eligible member per year

Ideal Candidate Snapshot

• Holds a Master’s degree and full credentials to practice as a Clinical Nurse Specialist in Oregon

• Brings over 3 years of emergency nursing experience with a demonstrated track record in clinical leadership

• Has a passion for education and system-wide clinical excellence

• Ready to lead interdisciplinary collaboration to impact patient care at a systemic level

Note: Resumes will be maintained in strict confidentiality until such time as we engage in a detailed discussion regarding a specific opportunity, and both parties mutually agree to proceed. We consistently receive new opportunities every day. Should your professional background closely align with the specific requirements of our client, we will promptly reach out to you to initiate further exploration of potential opportunities.

Job ID : 3329107

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