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Clinical Nurse Specialist
Company : Catholic Health Initiatives
Location : Antelope, CA, 95843
Job Type : Full Time / Part Time
Date Posted : 26 December 2025
Overview
Dignity Health Mercy San Juan Medical Center is a 370-bed not-for-profit Level 2 Trauma Center located in Carmichael, California, serving the areas of north Sacramento County and south Placer County for more than 50 years. It is one of the area’s largest and most comprehensive medical centers. Dedicated to the community’s well-being, our staff and volunteers provide excellence in care for our patients each year. Mercy San Juan Medical Center has received recognition for being a Comprehensive Stroke Center and Center of Excellence for Bariatric Surgery, along with Certificates of Excellence in Perinatal Care, Hip- and Knee- Replacement.
Responsibilities
Our Level 3 NICU features sixteen (16) new private rooms and eight (8) 3-bed pods. Bed spaces include a sleep chair where a parent can stay 24/7. We use state-of-the-art Giraffe Omni beds, Babylog VN500 vents and HFOVs to care for infants with birth weights as low as 450 grams. The unit has the capability of providing whole body cooling for infants suffering from HIE, and we offer Nitric Oxide for care of PPHN in extremely sick newborns. We invite you to check out our beautiful unit and our team!
Position Summary:
The incumbent Neonatal Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) is the clinical leader for a program or area of clinical practice within Dignity Health, Mercy San Juan Medical Center. The advanced knowledge and skills required for this role include clinical expertise in the neonatal focus area, evidence-based practice, collaboration, consultation, education, mentoring, and change leadership. These are essential to advance the practice of nursing and the professional development of nurses. The CNS and the department manager are partners in leading clinical practice. The CNS coordinates and guides clinical activities/projects of nurses.
The CNS is expected to role model the following role-based competencies: critical thinking, nursing judgment, communication and teamwork. The incumbent is also accountable for providing high quality care in a cost effective manner, which is consistent with the Mission and Philosophy of the Sisters of Mercy.
We offer the following benefits to support you and your family:
- Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
- Flexible spending accounts
- Voluntary Protection: Group Accident, Critical Illness, and Identity Theft
- Adoption Assistance
- Free Premium Membership to Care.com with preloaded credits for children and/or dependent adults
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Tuition Assistance for career growth and development
- Retirement Programs
- Wellness Programs
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Qualifications
Minimum:
- Master's degree in Nursing required
- Current California Registered Nurse (RN) license required
- Current California Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) certification, with a specialty in Neonatal Intensive Care (NICU), required
- Five (5) years of clinical experience as an RN in NICU (Level III) required
- Requires:
- Demonstrated entry level skills of an advanced practice nurse in leadership, communication, collaboration, mentoring, and change leadership
- Demonstrated entry level ability as an advanced practice nurse to utilize evidence to develop, teach, guide, and implement practice standards, safety initiatives and policies
- Current nursing techniques, principles and practices neonatal intensive care nursing, regulatory/accreditation agency standards, CCS, current evidence based best practices
- Effective oral and written communication skills
- Staff development and needs assessment techniques
- Interpersonal relationship skills
- Current trends and issues in nursing
- Stress control techniques
- Problem solving skills
- Organizational and prioritization skills
- CQI and QA methodologies
- Computer skills
- Current Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) required
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) required
Preferred Qualifications:
- Current RNC certification preferred
- Two (2) years of experience as a NICU CNS preferred
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Frequently asked questions
At Catholic Health Initiatives, a Clinical Nurse Specialist elevates neonatal care by integrating advanced NICU expertise with evidence-based practices. They lead clinical initiatives, mentor nursing staff, and implement innovative protocols, which collectively improve patient safety and recovery for vulnerable newborns in Antelope, CA.
To specialize as a neonatal Clinical Nurse Specialist in California, candidates need a master’s in nursing, CNS certification with NICU focus, and RN licensure in the state. Extensive NICU experience and certifications like NRP and BLS are crucial to meet the high standards of neonatal care prevalent in California facilities.
Clinical Nurse Specialists possess advanced education and clinical expertise that enable them to lead quality improvement projects, mentor staff, and translate research into practice. Unlike general RNs, they drive policy development and act as consultants, improving neonatal intensive care unit outcomes through strategic clinical leadership.
Catholic Health Initiatives offers Clinical Nurse Specialists tailored benefits like tuition assistance for career growth, wellness programs, and a supportive employee assistance program. These offerings foster continual learning and personal well-being, reflecting the organization’s commitment to nurturing nursing professionals in Antelope, CA.
Antelope, CA, shows a steady demand for specialized neonatal Clinical Nurse Specialists due to its growing healthcare infrastructure. Candidates with advanced NICU experience and certifications have a competitive edge, especially when aligned with reputable providers like Catholic Health Initiatives offering comprehensive benefits.
Clinical Nurse Specialists in neonatal care in Antelope, CA typically earn between $95,000 and $120,000 annually. This range reflects the advanced skills required for NICU leadership roles and aligns with regional compensation trends for specialized nursing positions in well-established healthcare organizations.
Catholic Health Initiatives prioritizes candidates holding California RN and CNS licensure with NICU specialization, alongside current NRP and BLS certifications through the American Heart Association. These credentials ensure Clinical Nurse Specialists meet stringent clinical standards and regulatory requirements in neonatal care.
Clinical Nurse Specialists at Catholic Health Initiatives balance hands-on patient care with leadership duties such as mentoring, policy development, and clinical project coordination. Their role uniquely blends advanced clinical expertise with strategic oversight, setting them apart from bedside-focused nursing roles in neonatal units.
Neonatal Clinical Nurse Specialists at Catholic Health Initiatives can advance into leadership roles such as nurse managers or clinical educators. The organization’s emphasis on continuing education and mentorship programs supports upward mobility, enabling specialists to influence broader clinical practice and healthcare outcomes.
Antelope’s community-oriented healthcare approach, combined with Catholic Health Initiatives’ flexible PTO and wellness benefits, supports a balanced lifestyle for Clinical Nurse Specialists. The region’s manageable commute times and growing network of healthcare providers further contribute to sustainable work-life integration.