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Children’s Minnesota is one of the largest pediatric health systems in the United States and the only health system in Minnesota to provide care exclusively to children, from before birth through young adulthood. An independent and not-for-profit system since 1924, Children’s Minnesota is one system serving kids throughout the Upper Midwest at two free-standing hospitals, nine primary care clinics, multiple specialty clinics and seven rehabilitation sites. As The Kids Experts™ in our region, Children’s Minnesota is regularly ranked by U.S. News & World Report as a top children’s hospital. Find us on Facebook @childrensminnesota or on Twitter and Instagram @childrensmn. Please visit childrensMN.org.

Children’s Minnesota is proud to be recognized by Modern Healthcare as one of 2023’s Top Diversity Leaders. The national honor recognizes the top diverse healthcare executives and organizations influencing public policy, care delivery, and promoting diversity, equity and inclusion in their organizations and the industry.

Department Overview



Position Summary

A Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) is an advance practice registered nurse (APRN) functioning within 3 spheres of impact; the patient, nurses/nursing practice, and organizational/systems. CNSs provide leadership in clinical expertise, nursing practice, and systems innovation. Practicing independently and interdependently, CNSs promote competent, compassionate, and professional nursing care for patients and families across the continuum of care.

Is any license/certification/registration required by law? Yes
* Minnesota RN/APRN licensure.
* Current CNS certification from organization recognized by the state of Minnesota and the Minnesota Board of Nursing.

Are there any required certifications or professional credentials that Children's requires but are not required by law? Yes
* BLS

Are there any preferred certifications or professional credentials?
* Resuscitation and emergency courses appropriate to care community.
* Additional professional nursing certification pertinent to care community.

Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
* Knowledge of performance-based reimbursement.
* Specialty focused clinical expertise.
* Expert in nursing practice leadership.
* Adept at team-based care and collaboration.
* Understanding of transitional care needs.
* Skills to consult with patients, nurses and other colleagues on health care team.
* Expertise as a change agent.
* Systems and process development, and analysis.
* Knowledge of evidence-based practice, research, and performance improvement methodologies.

Preferred Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
* Podium/poster presentation, publication experience.
* Proficiency with Microsoft Office and other technology.
* Principal Investigator in research.

The posted salary represents a market competitive range based on salary survey benchmark data for similar roles in the local or national market. When determining individual pay rates, we carefully consider a wide range of factors including but not limited to market indicators for the specific role, the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate, internal equity and organizational needs.

In addition to your salary, this position may be eligible for medical, dental, vision, retirement, and other fringe benefits. Positions that require night, weekend or on-call work may be eligible for shift differentials or premium pay.

All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of an occupational health assessment, drug screen, background investigation, and compliance with the U.S. Government Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification.

Children’s Minnesota is proud to be an equal opportunity employer whose staff is representative of its community and considers qualified applicants for open positions without regard to race, color, creed, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.