Clinical Nurse Specialist NICU Exempt
Company: Hollywood Presbyterian
Location: Los Angeles
Posted on: February 11, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description JOB SUMMARY CHA Hollywood
Presbyterian Medical Center CHA Hollywood Presbyterian Medical
Center (HPMC) is an acute care facility that has been caring for
the Hollywood community and surrounding areas since 1924. The
hospital is committed to serving local multicultural communities
with quality medical and nursing care. With more than 500
physicians representing virtually every specialty, HPMC strives to
distinguish itself as a leading healthcare provider, recognized for
providing quality, innovative care in a compassionate manner. HPMC
is part of a global healthcare enterprise which owns and operates
general hospitals throughout Korea, numerous research centers in
the U.S. and Korea including a medical university, and CHAUM (a
premier anti-aging life center). The Newborn Intensive Care (NICU)
Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) is an advanced practice nurse who
provides expert clinical leadership, educational, and systems
leadership for the NICU within a California Children’s Services
(CCS) certified Level III program. This role is built around the
five role subcomponents as regulated by the California Board of
Registered Nursing: Leadership, Consultation, Research, Education,
and Clinical Practice. This role ensures compliance with California
Title 22, CCS NICU Standards, The Joint Commission perinatal
standards, and alignment with California Perinatal Quality Care
Collaborative (CPQCC) quality improvement initiatives. The NICU CNS
serves across spheres of direct patient care, nursing practice, and
interprofessional systems leadership, improving outcomes for
high-risk neonates. MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Estimated The primary job duties this position is responsible for
achieving are listed in order of importance. In collaboration with
the NICU Manager, MCH Nursing Director, NICU Medical Director, and
other HPMC Departments: LEADERSHIP : Assists in designing and
implementing patient care delivery systems internal to NICU and/or
including other HPMC departments. Leads and participates in
systematic quality improvement and safety initiatives. Responsible
for leading and coordinating the NICU Quality Program inclusive of
but not limited to: NICU department-specific PDCA projects, MCH
department-specific PDCA projects (relevant to the newborn
population), HPMC organization-wide quality indicators relevant to
the NICU department, and California Perinatal Quality Care
Collaborative (CPQCC). Demonstrates effective change management
skills while leading and facilitating change in response to
organization and/or department needs. Cultivates a practice
environment in which mutual respect, communication, and
collaboration contributes to safe, quality outcomes. Uses
leadership, team building, negotiation, collaboration, and conflict
resolution skills to build partnerships within the department as
well as across the organization. Leads and participates in the
process of selecting, integrating, managing, and evaluating
technology and products to promote safety, quality, efficiency, and
optimal health outcomes. Demonstrate stewardship of human and
fiscal resources in decision-making. Advocates for ethical
principles in protecting the dignity, uniqueness and safety of all.
RESEARCH : Utilizes new information and/or research findings in
developing and updating the content of programs and leading NICU
nursing practice. Leads the development, coordination, and
maintenance of all clinical policies, procedures, and protocols.
CONSULTATION : . Provides expert clinical assessment, planning, and
consultation for high-risk neonates. Functions as a clinical expert
and resource person for staff members on complex patients and/or
when clinical consultation is requested. Attends daily rounds with
NICU multidisciplinary team and actively engages in care planning
and evaluation discussion. Leads and facilitates coordinated care
and transitions in collaboration with the patient and
multidisciplinary team. Ensures the implementation of a coordinated
and effective discharge planning program. Attends weekly discharge
rounds with NICU multidisciplinary team and actively engages in the
patient care and discharge planning discussion. CLINICAL PRACTICE:
Conducts comprehensive health assessments including psychosocial,
functional, physical and environmental factors. Synthesizes
assessment findings using advanced knowledge, expertise, critical
thinking, and clinical judgment. Supports the NICU team in
implementing customized evidence-based nursing interventions and
multidisciplinary plans of care. Designs and employs patient
education strategies that consider readiness to learn, individual
preferences, and other social determinants of health. Provides
education and coaching to patients with complex learning needs and
atypical responses. Uses advanced communication skills in complex
situations and difficult conversations. Oversees implementation and
adherence to NICU best practice bundles. i.e Thermoregulation,
Golden Hour Admission, Infection Control, Neuroprotection, Feeding
Protocols, etc. Coordinates high-risk infant follow-up and neonatal
transport compliance. Provides guidance during high-risk events,
procedures, and codes. Supports staff with debriefings, Just
Culture, and emotional resilience. EDUCATION : Assessment :
Collaborates with MCH Nursing Director, NICU Manager, NICU Medical
Director NPMC Education Department, and NICU staff to assess
learning and development needs of nursing staff including the
evaluation of staff clinical skill and knowledge. Plan : Designs
all department orientation and education plans tailored to the
education needs of the learner(s). The plan should include but not
be limited to: • Clinical practice protocols, policies, and
bundles, • NICU safety principles and plan, • Infection prevention,
• Medication storage, administration, and monitoring, •
Coordination with other HPMC departments. i.e. lab, radiology, MCH
departments, • Use of current and new medical supplies and
equipment. • Maintenance and care of the NICU environment. i.e.
EVS, hazardous materials, waste streams, etc., • Preparedness for
clinical or environmental emergencies, • Documentation and
information management strategies, • Learning opportunities in the
local or national community Implementation : Coordinates and/or
delivers all instruction and staff development plans using
materials, tools, and adult learning strategies that are consistent
with HPMC Education Dept. Maintains instruction materials,
education tools, and files on all NICU education programs. Evaluate
: Assess the effectiveness of the education program by using
appropriate evaluation strategies and tools. Values/Professional
Requirements : Professional actions and behaviors reflect
commitment to the HPMC mission, values, and policies. JOB
QUALIFICATIONS Required Education (Indicate minimum education or
degree required.) Master Degree in Nursing (MSN) Preferred
Education (Indicate preferred education or degree required.) Doctor
of Nursing Practice (DNP) Minimum Work Experience and
Qualifications (Indicate minimum years of job experience, skills or
abilities required for the job.) Three years full time clinical
experience in neonatal nursing in a NICU that is equivalent to a
Regional or Community NICU. Preferred Work Experience and
Qualifications (Indicate preferred years of job experience, skills
or abilities required for the job.) Current STABLE Instructor
certificate preferred Required Licensure, Certification,
Registration or Designation (List any licensure or certification
required and specify name of agency.) Licensed by the State Board
of Registered Nursing as a CNS, pursuant to Article 9, of Chapter
6, of Division 2, of the California Business and Professions Code.
Current certification in Neonatal Intensive Care Nursing from a
nationally accredited organization. i.e. NCC or the American
Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN) or certified by AACN as
a Neonatal CNS. Instructor status by the NRP of the AAP and the AHA
(required within 60 days of employment) Basic Life Support (BLS)
from the American Heart Association (AHA) Los Angeles County Fire
Card (required within 30 days of hire) Assault Response Competency
(ARC) (required within 30 days of hire) Status: Exempt (Full Time)
Shift: Varied Shift Hours: Varied Weekly/Bi-Weekly Hours: Varied
FTE: 1.0
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