JOB SUMMARY: The Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) is an advanced practice nurse (APN), who demonstrates advanced cognitive and psychomotor capabilities in the assessment, treatment and evaluation of human responses to actual and potential health problems. The CNS functions autonomously and in collaboration with other health care providers as a practitioner, educator, consultant, clinical leader and researcher. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Master’s Degree 2 years of Experience Current California RN License Clinical Nurse Specialist Cert BLS for Healthcare Providers, issued by AHA NICU only - national certification in specialty required PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Doctorate Degree (non MD) 5 years of experience PALS Certification (for Pediatrics) NRP Certification-AAP (for NICU) The expected hiring range for this position is $64.37 to $88.51 Rady Children’s Hospital is committed to compensation that is externally competitive and internally equitable. We demonstrate this commitment by conducting regular market reviews to remain competitive with organizations of similar size in the nonprofit, healthcare sector. The range listed above does not represent the full salary range for the position but is the expected hiring range for qualified candidates. Compensation decisions consider a variety of factors including experience, education, licensure, unique skillsets, organizational need, and internal equity. EOE including disability/vet