Clinical Nurse Specialist RN

Requisition ID
2026-481094
Department
Neonatal ICU
Hours / Pay Period
80
Shift
Day
Standard Hours
Monday Friday 0800 500
Location
CA-STOCKTON
Posted Pay Range
$64.65 - $94.86 /hour
Company Name
St Josephs Medical Center
Telecommute
No

Where You’ll Work

Founded in 1899, Dignity Health - St. Joseph’s Medical Center is a 355-bed, acute care, nonprofit hospital located in Stockton, California. Serving over 125,000 patients annually, the hospital offers a full complement of services including a Level III NICU, cancer care, heart care, and a family birth center. Additionally, St. Joseph’s Medical Center has been recognized as an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality High Performer by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation. It is a Joint Commission-certified Primary Stroke Center and was named one of America’s 250 Best Hospitals by Healthgrades in 2026.

One Community. One Mission. One California 

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Clinical Nurse Specialist, you will be a central figure in our patient care team, delivering exceptional, compassionate care that truly makes a difference in our patients' lives.

Every day you will collaborate on comprehensive screenings, conduct critical risk assessments, provide vital preventative health education, and expertly coordinate care for diverse patient populations, leveraging technology to streamline processes. You'll ensure patients feel informed and at ease, patiently guiding them through instructions and addressing their concerns.

To be successful in this role, you will combine robust clinical knowledge and technological proficiency with genuine compassion, strong communication skills, and an adaptable approach to learning and patient-centered care.

  • Allows for privacy and modesty in the provision of care.
  • Identifies self by name and title to patient/family.
  • Determines presence/type of Advanced Directive.
  • Reports suspected cases of abuse/neglect, if identified.
  • Understands role of, and how to access, the Bioethics Committee.
  • Establishes presence of consent prior to treatment/procedures.

Job Requirements

Required

  • Minimum of three (3) years in acute care in a specialty area.
  • Graduate of an RN School of Nursing.
  • Bachelors in nursing
  • Masters in specialty area
  • Registered Nurse: CA
  • BLS through the American Heart Association (AHA)
  • NPR through the American Heart Association (AHA)
  • Clinical Nurse Specialist Core certification (CNS-BS)

 

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