Clinical Nurse Specialist Jobs in Tennessee
Clinical Nurse Specialist jobs in Tennessee are open across Nashville, Memphis, and Murfreesboro and other Tennessee metros, with employers like Ascension, Fresenius Medical Care, and CommonSpirit Health hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Location: Nashville, TN
Facility: Ascension Saint Thomas Midtown
Speciality: General Surgery
Schedule: Night shift | Full-time
What You Will Do:
- Provides charge nurse leadership, supporting nursing staff, coordinating patient assignments, and serving as a clinical resource on the unit.
- Monitor and communicate real-time patient conditions to the care team, enabling swift clinical decisions and personalized adjustments to care plans.
- Provides charge-level nursing care for adult patients with complex GI and Vascular needs, ensuring every action aligns with the highest safety standards.
- Prepare patients and their families for a successful transition home by leading comprehensive discharge planning and education.
What You Will Need:
Licensure / Certification / Registration:
- BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
- Registered Nurse credentialed from the Tennessee Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
Education:
- Required professional licensure/certification AND 1 year of cumulative job specific experience required.
Additional Preferences:
- 12 months of acute care nursing experience
Why Join Our Team:
Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer:
Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.
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Prospective applicants should be vigilant against fraudulent job offers and interview requests. Scammers may use sophisticated tactics to impersonate Ascension employees. To ensure your safety, please remember: Ascension will never ask for payment or to provide banking or financial information as part of the job application or hiring process. Our legitimate email communications will always come from an @ascension.org email address; do not trust other domains, and an official offer will only be extended to candidates who have completed a job application through our authorized applicant tracking system.
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Benefits:
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Various health insurance options & wellness plans
- Retirement benefits including employer match plans
- Long-term & short-term disability
- Employee assistance programs (EAP)
- Parental leave & adoption assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Ways to give back to your community
Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance, location and salary range at the time of the offer.
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Where Tennessee roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Clinical Nurse Specialist Job Market in Tennessee
A snapshot from current Tennessee openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Ascension11

- Fresenius Medical Care2

- CommonSpirit Health1

- Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare1

- University of Tennessee1

Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services6
- Education1
What Tennessee Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in clinical nurse specialist jobs across Tennessee.
- Active APRN license and CNS certification from AACN or NACNS in a recognized specialty
- Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) from an accredited program
- Minimum two to three years of clinical experience in the relevant patient population or specialty area
- Demonstrated experience leading quality improvement initiatives, protocol development, or evidence-based practice projects
- Strong skills in staff education, clinical coaching, and interdisciplinary team collaboration
- Familiarity with electronic health record systems such as Epic, Cerner, or Meditech
Clinical Nurse Specialist Jobs in Tennessee: Frequently Asked Questions
How many clinical nurse specialist jobs are there in Tennessee?
There are 16+ clinical nurse specialist openings in Tennessee on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Nashville, Memphis, and Murfreesboro. New positions post regularly as employers across Tennessee hire.
How much do clinical nurse specialists make in Tennessee?
Clinical nurse specialists in Tennessee earn a median of about $81,500 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $63,970 for the lowest 10% to over $104,920 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which Tennessee cities have the most clinical nurse specialist jobs?
Nashville, Memphis, and Murfreesboro have the most clinical nurse specialist openings in Tennessee right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire clinical nurse specialists in Tennessee?
Employers hiring clinical nurse specialists in Tennessee include Ascension, Fresenius Medical Care, and CommonSpirit Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote clinical nurse specialist jobs in Tennessee?
Yes. About 0% of clinical nurse specialist openings tied to Tennessee are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Tennessee metros.
How do I apply for clinical nurse specialist jobs in Tennessee?
You can apply to clinical nurse specialist jobs in Tennessee directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Tennessee location, then apply to each one that fits.
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