Job Description

An exceptional Medical Center in Alaska is actively searching for a Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) to join its Education Department and work in Behavioral Health Care Services. Join one of Anchorage\xe2\x80\x99s top hospitals, and support an extensive psychiatric services department.

Having earned multiple awards for quality and consistent recognition for high-quality patient services, this 300+ bed acute care medical center in the Anchorage Area has been a staple of the community for over 50 years. The Psychiatric Clinical Nurse Specialist will help contribute to the success of this hospital by supporting education and nursing practice for a facility that\xe2\x80\x99s earned national recognition for superior Heart Care, Outstanding Patient Experience, and High-Acuity Adult Critical Care Services.

The Psychiatric Clinical Nurse Specialist will be the clinical leader for the behavioral health program for the hospital. The Psychiatric CNS will have the advanced knowledge and skills required for this role including clinical expertise in a focus area, evidence-based practice, mentoring, consultation, collaboration, education, and transformational/change leadership that are essential to advance the practice of nursing and the professional development of nurses. A qualified candidate must possess a CNS certification and have previous behavioral health experience.

The Psychiatric Clinical Nurse Specialist will have specialized knowledge and skills that will be used within three major areas of focus: patient direct care, nurses & nursing practice, and the organization and systems. The Behavioral Health CNS will be accountable for collaborating with members of the health care team to design, implement, and measure safe, cost-effective, evidence-based care strategies.

The CNS will work closely with the Behavioral Health Nurse Manager and work alongside very reputable and well-respected physicians in the department. The Psychiatric Clinical Nurse Specialist will report to the VP of Patient Services and Director of Psychiatric Services.

Join this fantastic hospital in Alaska\xe2\x80\x99s largest city, and you\xe2\x80\x99ll see the wilderness frontier on display in an urban environment. Framed by a beautiful mountain landscape, and close to America\xe2\x80\x99s largest expanse of untamed wild, this award-winning hospital will be a great place to call home. The Psychiatric Clinical Nurse Specialist will discover a beautiful location filled with amazingly genuine and inviting people.

The Psychiatric Clinical Nurse Specialist will play a large role in this community medical center. In service of this hospital, this non-profit healthcare system, and this community, you will take on a lot of responsibility. You, in turn, will be supported by a generous benefits package, and competitive compensation. Apply today!

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