The people of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) are united by a singular mission: ending cancer for life. Our specialized care teams provide personalized, compassionate, expert care to patients of all ages. Informed by basic research done at our Sloan Kettering Institute, scientists across MSK collaborate to conduct innovative translational and clinical research that is driving a revolution in our understanding of cancer as a disease and improving the ability to prevent, diagnose, and treat it. MSK is dedicated to training the next generation of scientists and clinicians, who go on to pursue our mission at MSK and around the globe. One of the world’s most respected comprehensive centers devoted exclusively to cancer, we have been recognized as one of the top two cancer hospitals in the country by U.S. News & World Report for more than 30 years.

Pay Range: $130,700 - $215,800

Company Overview:
The people of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) are united by a singular mission: ending cancer for life. Our specialized care teams provide personalized, compassionate, expert care to patients of all ages. Informed by basic research done at our Sloan Kettering Institute, scientists across MSK collaborate to conduct innovative translational and clinical research that is driving a revolution in our understanding of cancer as a disease and improving the ability to prevent, diagnose, and treat it. MSK is dedicated to training the next generation of scientists and clinicians, who go on to pursue our mission at MSK and around the globe.

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Job Description:
Clinical Nurse Specialist: New York Site

Exciting Opportunity at MSK
We are seeking a Clinical Nurse Specialist to join our team. At MSK, we recognize and champion the role of the Clinical Nurse Specialist and how it enhances the clinical setting and the value it provides to our patient population. Our highly skilled nursing team includes over 40 Clinical Nurse Specialists. Each of us is dedicated to delivering excellence in the art and science of professional nursing, consistent with our mission to provide compassionate, evidence-based nursing care to patients and families living with cancer in a healing and innovative environment.

Role Overview:
- Provide clinical leadership in the areas of evidence-based oncology nursing practice, education, consultation, and research.
- Provide support to MSK's patients with cancer diagnosis and the nursing staff who care for them.
- Coordinate implementation of practice standards with colleagues across sites.
- Demonstrate positive quality outcomes as it relates to nurse-sensitive indicators and patient and staff satisfaction.
- Promote a patient-centered environment through collaboration with nursing leaders and multidisciplinary teams.
- Support and cultivate Relationship Based Care in all aspects of care delivery.
- Disseminate MSK oncology nursing practice standards and outcomes through abstract submission, podium presentation, and evidence-based research findings.

Key Qualifications:
- Current NY State RN license with CNS qualification required.
- NY State RN license and NY State CNS qualification preferred (can be obtained during the first 6 months of employment)
- Masters in nursing
- National certification
- 3+ years of critical care experience
- 3+ years of related oncology experience
- Experience in an advanced nursing role is strongly preferred.
- Self-direction and strong interpersonal skills are essential.

Core Skills:
- A good decision-maker, with proven success at making timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward.
- Able to work effectively in an environment notable for complex information across multiple treatment sites.
- Adept at planning and prioritizing work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals.
- A successful collaborator with the ability to engage others with different points of view and priorities.

Additional Information:
- Location: 1275 York Avenue, NYC
- Reporting to The Nurse Leader, Evidence-Based Practice
- Schedule: This is a Day shift CNS position, 4 10-hour shifts, with weekend coverage.

Helpful links:
- MSK's Compensation Philosophy
- Review our great benefits offerings
- Check out our CNS Information Session

Closing:
MSK is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, veteran status or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision.

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