Role: The RN Clinical Nurse Practice Specialist supports OB services, serving as an expert clinician, educator, and consultant to promote evidence-based, patient-centered care.
Responsibilities:
- Provides advanced clinical expertise, assesses staff education needs, and supports care plan development.
- Identifies practice improvement opportunities, leads quality initiatives, and evaluates outcomes.
- Develops and delivers nursing education, including programs, presentations, and simulation-based training.
- Mentors staff, fosters a culture of inquiry, and supports professional growth through leadership and coaching.
- Collaborates on policy development, participates in research, and advocates for best practices.
- Partners with academic institutions and participates in organizational decision-making processes.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Master’s Degree in Nursing required; Doctorate preferred.
- 5+ years of clinical experience in a healthcare or academic setting.
- RN license in Illinois; current BLS certification; specialty certification within a year.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
- Knowledge of adult learning principles and evidence-based practice.
- Ability to lead change, mentor others, and work collaboratively across teams.
Key Duties: Applying clinical expertise, supporting staff development, leading quality and safety initiatives, developing educational programs, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement in OB care.