Clinical Nurse Specialist, CNS - Wisconsin Nursing Practice
Company: Mayo Clinic
Location: Eau Claire
Posted on: January 16, 2026
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Job Description:
Why Mayo Clinic Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties
than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report.
As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are
also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive
compensation and comprehensive benefit plans - to take care of you
and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing
education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can
build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic. Benefits
Highlights Medical: Multiple plan options. Dental: Delta Dental or
reimbursement account for flexible coverage. Vision: Affordable
plan with national network. Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for
eligible expenses. Retirement: Competitive retirement package to
secure your future. Responsibilities Mayo Clinic Health System -
Wisconsin Mayo Clinic Health System (MCHS) in Wisconsin is
nationally recognized for nursing excellence and a deep commitment
to high-quality, community-focused care. Our Northwest Wisconsin
facilities proudly hold Magnet designation, reflecting the highest
standards in nursing practice, patient outcomes, and professional
engagement. At MCHS, nurses practice in a team-based, innovative
environment that spans a wide range of care settings-including
Med-Surg, ICU, Emergency Department, Operating Room, and Ambulatory
Care. Our newly built and modernized facilities are equipped with
advanced clinical technology, empowering nurses to deliver
exceptional patient care while advancing their own professional
practice. Why Choose Nursing at Mayo Clinic Health System -
Wisconsin? Magnet-Recognized Nursing Practice: Practice within a
system known for excellence, autonomy, and evidence-based care.
Professional Development & Career Advancement: Robust support for
continuing education, specialty certification, leadership
development, and advancement opportunities. Nurse Residency
Program: Structured support for new graduate nurses transitioning
into professional practice. Collaborative, Team-Based Care Model:
Work alongside interdisciplinary teams focused on improving patient
outcomes and population health. Supportive Culture & Leadership:
Nurses consistently report positive engagement with leadership and
access to ongoing learning. Community-Centered Mission: Deliver
high-level care across rural communities in Wisconsin, Iowa, and
Minnesota while staying connected to local patient needs. Impact &
Opportunity In this role, you will influence clinical practice,
mentor and develop nursing staff, support evidence-based
initiatives, and partner with organizational leaders to drive
innovation and quality outcomes. Mayo Clinic Health System offers a
unique opportunity to combine clinical expertise, leadership, and
meaningful community impact within one of the most respected
healthcare organizations in the world. This role is eligible for TN
sponsorship. Successful sponsorship will require state licensure
and completion of the VisaScreen or equivalent certification.
Qualifications Master's degree with a major in nursing with a
Clinical Nurse Specialist focus. Doctorate of Nursing Practice
degree preferred Experience as a CNS preferred. Flexibility to
adjust schedule to meet patient needs and CNS workload. Five years
of successful work experience in nursing with two years in the
specialty area preferred. As a condition of employment, individuals
working with addictions services must be free from problematic
substance use for a minimum of the immediately preceding two years
at time of hire. License and Certifications: Current RN license by
applicable state requirements. This RN job may require a RN license
in multiple states. Current APRN, CNS license by applicable state
requirements. If state doesn't have APRN licensure, Clinical Nurse
Specialist Certification, in designated specialty by a nationally
recognized body deemed acceptable by the State Board of Nursing in
the state the CNS practices or a documented waiver deemed
acceptable by the Board of Nursing in the state the CNS practices,
when there is no Clinical Nurse Specialist Certification
examination for the specialty. Maintains current Basic Life Support
for Health Care Providers from one of the following programs:
American Heart Association (BLS for Health Care Providers), Red
Cross (CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and Health Care
Providers), or Military Training Network. Additional specialty
certification/training as required by the work area is highly
recommended. Exemption Status Exempt Compensation Detail
$109,324.80 - $163,987.20 / year; Education, experience and tenure
may be considered along with internal equity when job offers are
extended. Benefits Eligible Yes Schedule Full Time Hours/Pay Period
80 Schedule Details Monday - Friday, normal business hours. Weekend
Schedule No weekends or holidays. International Assignment No Site
Description Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota
roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at
our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona,
Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic
Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at
our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special
place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal
lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to
offer, and where your best fit is. Equal Opportunity All qualified
applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard
to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation,
national origin, protected veteran status or disability status.
Learn more about the "EOE is the Law" . Mayo Clinic participates in
E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if
necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information
from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.
Recruiter Danelle White
Keywords: Mayo Clinic, Eau Claire , Clinical Nurse Specialist, CNS - Wisconsin Nursing Practice, Healthcare , Eau Claire, Wisconsin
