Nursing Assistant Salary in Orlando, FL

The assistant vice president co-creates a culture of excellence, innovation, and transformation with professional nurses, other leaders, and associates. The assistant vice president fosters healthy work environments, advances professional autonomy, clinical competences, and safe, ethical, and high-quality nursing care; and assures that nurses are allowed to practice within their full scope. The main goal is to assure the alignment of nursing's goals, activities, and practices with the values and mission of the organization, governing boards, and constituencies. In addition to accountability for the direction of nursing practice, responsible for the oversight and direction of all aspects of the clinical or educational enterprise.Assistant vice president has core accountabilities for the following: (a) safety, quality, and risk; (b) patient and population health advocacy; (c) clinical care delivery and optimal patient outcomes; (d) healthy work environment; (e) strategic, financial, and human resource management; (f) legal and regulatory compliance; (g) networking, partnering, and collaboration; and (h) accountability/advocacy for their Associates.Assistant vice president, at this level of influence, has line authority over multiple service lines or units that have registered nurses working who deliver nursing care in inpatient, hospital outpatient departments, and/or ambulatory care settings. At Nemours Children's Hospital these may include, but are not limited to, perioperative services and intensive/acute services. The assistant vice president reports directly or indirectly to the Chief Nursing Officer/VP Patient Care Services.The assistant vice president is charged with handling the daily operation of multiple units, departments, or service lines. Typically, the assistant vice president is supported by director(s), unit manager(s), supervisor(s), &/or lead(s) who executes daily operations within defined clinical area(s). The assistant vice president efforts are directed toward program management, including program goals, objectives, and quality organizational outcomes. The senior nursing director mobilizes internal and external stakeholders to assure programmatic goals and objectives are met.Position ResponsibilitiesSTANDARDS OF PRACTICE FOR NURSING ADMINISTRATIONAssessment: Collect comprehensive pertinent data and information relative to the situation, issues, problem, or trend. Identification of Problems, Issues, and Trends: Analyze the assessment data to identify problems, issues, and trends. Outcomes Identification: Identify expected outcomes for a plan tailored to the system, organization, or population, problem, issues, or tend. Planning: Develop a plan that defines, articulates, and establishes strategies and alternative to attain expected, measurable outcomes. Implementation: Implement the identified plan. Coordination: Implement the plan and associated processes Promotion of Health, Education, and a Safe Environment: Establish strategies to promote health, education, and a safe environment. Evaluation: Evaluate progress towards attainment of goals outcomes.STANDARDS OF PROFESSIONAL PERFORMANCE FOR NURSING ADMINISTRATIONEthics: Practice ethically. Culturally Congruent Practice: Practice in a safe manner that is congruent with cultural diversity and inclusion principles. Communication: Communicate effectively in in all areas of practice. Collaboration: Collaborate with health care consumers, colleagues, community leaders, and other stakeholders to advance nursing proactive and health care transformation. Leadership: Lead within the professional practice setting, profession, health care industry, and society. Education: Attain knowledge and competence that reflects current nursing practice and promotes futuristic thinking. Evidence-Based Practice and Research: Integrate evidence and research findings in to practice. Quality of Practice: Contribute to quality nursing practices. Professional Practice Evaluation: Evaluate one's own and others' nursing practice. Resource Utilization: Utilize appropriate resources to plan, allocate, provide, and sustain evidence-based, high quality nursing services that are person, population, or community centered, culturally appropriate, safe, timely, effective, and fiscally responsible. Environmental Health: Practice in an environmentally safe and healthy manner. Assume responsibilities of Nurse Executive, as needed.Position RequirementsActive Florida or multistate RN license, required. Current American Heart Association BLS Health Care Provider course completion required. Master's degree in nursing leadership, management, policy, or administration required (must hold BSN and/or Graduate degree in Nursing) (from an accredited school of nursing) Professional certification in nursing administration or other relevant management or applicable specialty, preferred Minimum of 2 years pediatric nursing experience and 5 years total nursing experience. Previous management & leadership experience preferred.

Westminster Baldwin Park, a new Active Living Community in Baldwin Park has an open position for Certified Nursing Assistants, PRN 6am to 2pm, 2pm-10pm, and 10pm-6am.   We are a church related not-for-profit community service organization dedicated and committed to providing services for older adults. We are an "EOE" and "Honor those who have served." JOB SUMMARY: Provides assigned residents with routine daily nursing care in accordance with nursing care procedures and as directed by supervisor. Preserves residents’ dignity, honors resident’s rights, provides good customer service, communicates appropriately, and adheres to federal and state compliance regulations. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Comply with all applicable rules, policies, standards and guidelines related to employment with Westminster Services and its communities. Assist patients/residents with Activities of Daily Living such as bathing, dressing, grooming, eating, transferring, ambulating, toileting, and other resident needs. Ensure that beds are made; trash has been removed, and a high level of hygiene is maintained in the room. Ensure that meals are served on time and assist residents with meals and feeding, if necessary. Take vital signs and report observations and any change in condition to the nurse. Practice infection prevention and control measures in compliance with Federal, State and facility requirements. Document in CNA ECS flow-sheet promptly, accurately and comprehensively/thoroughly. Make routine and frequent rounds to ensure those safety precautions/equipment are in place and in working order. Avoid development of skin problems or skin breakdown by providing timely incontinent care and frequent repositioning of residents that need assistance. Education and/or Experience: Must be a Certified Nursing Assistant in accordance with the laws of Florida. One year of long term care experience or working with handicapped or developmentally disabled adults.  Must be CPR Certified. Experience Preferred 1 year(s): Long term care experience or working with handicapped or developmentally disabled adults. Licenses & Certifications Required CPR Certified CNA See job description

Join our team!! Nemours is seeking Patient Care Technicians (Certified Nursing Assistants) to join our team in Orlando, FL! This position requires you to either be a certified nursing assistant or complete 1 semester of nursing clinicals . We have the below opportunities available: Please write down your top 2 unit choices to include on your application. Med/Surg - FULL-TIME NIGHTS Med/Surg - PART-TIME NIGHTS Staffing Resource Pool - FULL-TIME NIGHTS Staffing Resource Pool - PRN DAYS or NIGHTS CICU - FULL-TIME DAYS or NIGHTS This position is responsible for the following:Assisting with general activities Demonstrating proficiency in the care of patients of all ages; neonates, infants, toddlers, school aged and adolescents. Assisting with the provision of family centered care in conjunction with other disciplines. Essential Functions: Prepares rooms for patient admissions assuring that the room is clean and proper equipment is set up for patient's needs. Ensures an adequate stock of all necessary equipment and supplies in designated areas at established par levels. Performs vital signs and reports abnormalities to assigned RN. Records intake and output of patients as directed by RN Ensures a clean and safe patient care environment. Assists patients with activities of daily living (bath, feed, play, etc.) and provides other patient care as directed. Utilizes the electronic medical record as required for patient care. Participates in unit, departmental and hospital education programs Transports patients to other unit locations and escorts discharged patients to car. Courteously and professionally covers patient care unit front desk as needed for back-up. This includes promptly answering telephones, greeting patients, sending reports, distributing, sorting, or processing mail, entering orders, managing medical record, etc. Adheres to the Nemours Standards of Behavior. Position Requirements High school diploma and completion of an accredited Nursing Assistant course required. In lieu of Nursing Assistant course, completion of at least one semester of basic nursing skills in an accredited nursing program required. Minimum of one (1) year of hospital PCT or CNA experience preferred; hospital experience preferred. Valid American Heart Association BLS Certification required upon hire; BLS certification must be valid for 90 days post start date

Multiple PositionsUniversity of Central Florida's College of NursingThe College of Nursing at the University of Central Florida (UCF), a next-generation public research institution located in Orlando, Florida, invites applications and nominations for multiple positions including Assistant/Associate Dean of Academic Affairs, Chair of the Department of Nursing Practice, Assistant Professor, Associate Professor and Full Professor. These positions will be located on the UCF main campus and is expected to begin in Summer 2024. The position will relocate to the UCF Lake Nona campus following completion of a new facility in Fall 2025.The positions listed below are accepting applications. Click on the position title below to see more information about the opportunity and the application process.Assistant/Associate Dean of Academic AffairsChair of the Department of Nursing PracticeAssistant Professor, Associate Professor, and Full Professor Associate/Assistant Dean for Academic AffairsThe Assistant/Associate Dean for Academic Affairs is a 12-month appointment that provides support for the day-to-day operations of the College of Nursing related to academic affairs, including curriculum development, catalogs and handbooks, accreditation and seven-year program review, program evaluation activities, inter-professional education and practice, institutional effectiveness related to academic programs, Florida Board of Governors requests/reports, faculty credentialing, and continuing education. The Assistant/Associate Dean for Academic Affairs works in close collaboration with the Associate Dean for Simulation and Immersive Learning and serves as a liaison for the College to other units across the university, as well as clinical agencies. The Assistant/Associate Dean for Academic Affairs supervises the Data Analyst position of the College of Nursing.For more information see the search profilehttps://myersmcrae.com/skins/userfiles/files/UCFN-DeanAA23.pdfChair of the Department of Nursing PracticeThe College of Nursing at the University of Central Florida invites applications for a 12-month, tenured professor position to serve as Chair for the Department of Nursing Practice. The selected candidate will provide academic and administrative leadership and bring experiential, academic and research expertise commensurate with the position. This position will be located on the UCF main campus and is expected to begin in Summer 2024. The ideal candidate will demonstrate some or more of the preferred qualifications: a proven leader with experience in management of human resources, budget, academic and clinical programming, and accreditation standards; sustained record of research and extramural funding; national reputation in area of expertise; experience in teaching at the undergraduate and/or graduate level; experience in interprofessional education.For more information see the search profilehttps://myersmcrae.com/skins/userfiles/files/UCFN-DeptChair23.pdfAssistant Professor, Associate Professor, and Full ProfessorThe College of Nursing at the University of Central Florida invites applicants for multiple full-time, 9-month, tenure-earning Assistant Professor positions and tenured Associate Professor, or Professor positions. The positions are anticipated to be located on the UCF Orlando campus. The positions will be in either the Department of Nursing Systems or the Department of Nursing Practice and are expected to begin Fall 2024.For more information see the search profilehttps://myersmcrae.com/skins/userfiles/files/UCFN-Professor23.pdfApplications1) All application packets must include the following:a. A letter of application that addresses the responsibilities and qualifications of the positionb. Current curriculum vitaec. Statement of teaching philosophyd. Statement of scholarshipe. Unofficial transcripts of all degrees and certificates earned (official transcripts will be required of finalists)f. At least four references with full contact information including e-mail (References will not be contacted without consent from applicant.) ConsultantJennifer Barfield, Executive Vice President of Myers McRae Executive Search and Consulting, is the lead consultant for this search. Request a conversation regarding this search at [email protected] is an equal opportunity employer and educational provider. As set forth in the Nondiscrimination Policy (No. 2-004) and Title IX Grievance Policy (No. 2-012), the University prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, nonreligion, age, genetic information, sex (including pregnancy, parental status, gender identity or expression, and sexual orientation), marital status, physical or mental disability (including learning disabilities, intellectual disabilities, and past or present history of mental illness), veteran's status (as protected under the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistant Act), or membership in any other protected classes as set forth in state or federal law in all its programs and activities. The University prohibits discrimination with respect to all terms and conditions of employment and in all of its educational programs, activities, services, and related opportunities.

***WE ARE HIRING*** COMPETITIVE PAY-PLUS SHIFT DIFFERENTIAL*** EOW RN Supervisor Westminster Baldwin Park, an Active Living Community in Baldwin Park has an open position for Registered Nurse Part Time Weekend (EOW) Supervisor. We are a not-for-profit community service organization dedicated and committed to providing services for older adults.   Starting pay is between $35-$41 per hour depending on qualifications.                                                   ***********EOW Part Time                                                                                12pm-8pm                                                                 We are an "EOE" and "Honor those who have served." JOB SUMMARY: Provide direct nursing care to residents and supervise day-to-day nursing activities performed by nursing assistants in accordance with state and federal standards. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Comply with all applicable rules, policies, standards, and guidelines related to employment with Westminster Services and its communities. Assist in planning resident care by following physician orders. Implement resident care based on physician orders. Evaluate care and communicate with doctors for updates of orders. Administer medication, IVs, give shots, update patient records, provide emotional support, patient education, basic diagnostics, and other patient procedures for residents. Receive and transcribe orders from attending physicians. Monitor blood glucose, temperature, and blood pressure when necessary. Respond to all emergencies. Schedule doctor’s appointments and coordinate transportation for the residents. Includes scheduling labs and transcribing lab results. Supervise CNA's and LPN’s as Charge Nurse – ensure they are providing resident care based on Education: Must be currently licensed in the State of Florida as a Registered Nurse. Must be CPR Certified. Experience and Basic Knowledge: One year of long term care desirable. Med-Surg, Home Health experience helpful experience working with the elderly, handicapped or developmentally disabled adults preferred. Will train on-the- job in lieu of above experience.  Join the Westminster Family today! We offer: Flexible Hours Health Insurance Vision Dental Life Insurance 403B Retirement Plan Profit Sharing Fun Work Environment Competitive Wages Fitness Facility Onsite Employee Discounts Employee Café PTO Parking Scholarships and Tuition Reimbursement Career Advancement And More! Licenses & Certifications Required COVID-19 Vaccination CPR Certified RN See job description

Westminster Baldwin Park, a new Active Living Community in Baldwin Park has an open position for Certified Nursing Assistants, PRN 6am to 2pm, 2pm-10pm, and 10pm-6am.   We are a church related not-for-profit community service organization dedicated and committed to providing services for older adults. We are an "EOE" and "Honor those who have served." JOB SUMMARY: Provides assigned residents with routine daily nursing care in accordance with nursing care procedures and as directed by supervisor. Preserves residents’ dignity, honors resident’s rights, provides good customer service, communicates appropriately, and adheres to federal and state compliance regulations. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Comply with all applicable rules, policies, standards and guidelines related to employment with Westminster Services and its communities. Assist patients/residents with Activities of Daily Living such as bathing, dressing, grooming, eating, transferring, ambulating, toileting, and other resident needs. Ensure that beds are made; trash has been removed, and a high level of hygiene is maintained in the room. Ensure that meals are served on time and assist residents with meals and feeding, if necessary. Take vital signs and report observations and any change in condition to the nurse. Practice infection prevention and control measures in compliance with Federal, State and facility requirements. Document in CNA ECS flow-sheet promptly, accurately and comprehensively/thoroughly. Make routine and frequent rounds to ensure those safety precautions/equipment are in place and in working order. Avoid development of skin problems or skin breakdown by providing timely incontinent care and frequent repositioning of residents that need assistance. Education and/or Experience: Must be a Certified Nursing Assistant in accordance with the laws of Florida. One year of long term care experience or working with handicapped or developmentally disabled adults.  Must be CPR Certified. Experience Preferred 1 year(s): Long term care experience or working with handicapped or developmentally disabled adults. Licenses & Certifications Required CPR Certified CNA See job description

Nemours is seeking a Nurse Manager - Ambulatory (Orthopedics) to join our team in Orlando, Florida. The Ambulatory Clinic Nurse Manager is responsible and accountable for nursing quality, service, and financial performance for assigned divisions. This position is responsible for promoting a patient and family centered model of care. The position will also be responsible for instituting the shared governance model for Nemours Nursing and positive role modeling the Nemours Standards of Behavior and values. Promotes a patient and family-centered care model promoting the nurse patient partnership and the professional role of the nurse. Manages assigned Ambulatory Clinic staff promoting a healthy work and learning environment. Insures adequate training of new staff and ongoing training of existing staff. Maintains adequate coverage in the assigned clinical area and when necessary, provides justification for changes in staffing levels. Hires, counsels and provides disciplinary actions to Ambulatory Clinic staff as necessary. Provides feedback and coaching to staff on an ongoing basis utilizing the Nemours Standards of Behavior. Performs timely annual performance reviews for all assigned staff in accordance with Human Resources policy and procedures. Along with the Director of Nursing, monitors expense and assure compliance with the budget. Along with the Director of Nursing or Operations Manager, provides justification for necessary capital and operational expenses. Ensures effective and efficient utilization of resources in daily management decisions. Supports and operationalizes the integrated model of care. Assures nursing compliance with regulatory readiness agencies. Leads quality improvement projects designed to improve nursing clinical outcomes and patient satisfaction. Participates in nursing research activities and supports evidence based pediatric nursing. Models a caring philosophy focusing on health promotion and safety education. Champions' age -appropriate developmental considerations and holistic patient care. Directs nursing planning and policy making through constructive collaboration in key committees. Must have the ability to work well with others, have good communication skills and regular attendance is required. Champions continuous improvement activities and serves as a coach and mentor to ambulatory clinic staff. Other duties as assigned. Requirements: Bachelor's Degree required. Master's Degree in Nursing or other field preferred. Current State of Florida RN License required. Current AHA BLS Certification required. Minimum five (5) years of experience required. Minimum five (5) years of nursing experience; management experience preferred.

Assistant Dean for Clinical Practiceat the University of Central Florida's College of Nursing The College of Nursing at the University of Central Florida (UCF), a next-generation public research institution located in Orlando, Florida, invites applications for a full-time, 12-month position as the Assistant Dean for Clinical Practice. This position will be located on the UCF main campus and is expected to begin in summer 2024. The position will relocate to the UCF Lake Nona campus following completion of a new facility in fall 2025. For complete information see the search profile athttps://myersmcrae.com/skins/userfiles/files/UCF_CollegeofNursing_Assist_DeanClinicalPractice_FINAL.pdf ABOUT THE UNVIERSITYFounded in 1963 to fuel the region's talent pipeline and support the growing U.S. space program, the University of Central Florida was built to provide a better future for students and residents of Central Florida. In 2023, UCF was ranked by U.S. News & World Report as one of the nation's top 20 most innovative colleges. In addition, Forbes, Kiplinger, and The Princeton Review have ranked UCF as a Best-Value university. The University of Central Florida is also one of 14 universities nationwide designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution and a Research 1 university.THE UCF COLLEGE OF NURSING Since 1979, the UCF College of Nursing has been leading the charge in educating the next generation of nurses. The college is consistently ranked by U.S. News and World Report as one of the best and most innovative schools of nursing in the nation. The College of Nursing is fully accredited by the Commission of Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) and offers online and on-campus degree programs at the bachelor's, master's, and doctoral levels. UCF College of Nursing MissionTo develop learners to practice, lead, and generate knowledge in nursing to achieve optimal health outcomes.UCF College of Nursing VisionTo lead the charge in transforming global health through innovative education, research, and practice.THE OPPORTUNITYThe College of Nursing at the University of Central Florida (UCF) invites applications for a full-time, 12-month position as an Assistant Dean for Clinical Practice at the ranks of a non-tenure track lecturer, associate lecturer, or senior lecturer; or non-tenure track clinical associate professor or clinical professor; or tenured associate professor or professor. The position will be located on the UCF Main campus and is expected to begin summer 2024 or fall 2024. The Assistant Dean for Clinical Practice will be a member of the dean's senior leadership team. The assistant dean is expected to participate and contribute to the mission and strategic plans of UCF and the College of Nursing. The assistant dean will develop and maintain partnerships with clinical leaders in the community, in healthcare agencies, in global engagement, and with other colleges (within and outside the university) to support clinical educational experiences, practice, scholarship, internships, and research.ESSENTIAL DUTIES Provides strategic direction, operational oversight, faculty guidance and support for the College of Nursing educational clinical experiences, practice, global engagement, and research agendas. Works with health care systems/agencies, community, and global partners to advance the integration of evidence-based practice, to advance research, scholarship, practice, and educational initiatives in clinical practice. Represents the College of Nursing with university, community, national/international clinical health care partners and affiliates to support and advance the college's mission and strategic plan. Collaborates with program directors and clinical coordinators in the oversight of clinical experience objectives, residencies, and internships to ensure all practice sites provide educational opportunities that meet academic clinical experience standards. Supervises staff involved with clinical activities, placements, and policy implementation. Serves as a leader in building and fostering inter-professional experiences, practice relationships and alliances. In collaboration with the dean and others, create, implement, and evaluate a plan of global experiences and exchanges for student and faculty. Participates in the development and maintenance of the College of Nursing and health care agency contracts and policies related to clinical practice. Participates in external and internal review processes of the College of Nursing's accreditation and other reviews. Collaborates with program directors, clinical coordinators, and leadership to evaluate and coordinate adjunct faculty. Provides guidance and support in the recruitment and mentorship of clinical adjunct faculty. Provides oversight in the evaluation of adjunct clinical faculty and clinical facilities. Serves as the College of Nursing liaison to the general counsel and legal department regarding affiliation agreements. Supports the College of Nursing staff during the process of clinical record audits by our community partners. Oversees creation and maintenance of policies related to clinical engagement. Supports program directors, clinical coordinators, clinical advisors, and staff with clinical placements. Teaches within the College of Nursing.Minimum Qualifications for Clinical Associate Professor Earned doctorate in nursing or a health-related related field from an accredited institution. Graduate degree in nursing (master's in nursing if non-nursing doctorate degree). Unencumbered RN license. Florida licensure expected by date of hire, with upgrade to multi-status within the first semester of contract. Certification in an advanced practice role Advanced Practice Registered Nurse license. Florida licensure expected by date of hire. Record of clinical scholarship (publications, presentations, project funding). Recent undergraduate or graduate teaching experience. Emerging national reputation in clinical practice.Minimum Qualifications for Clinical Professor Earned doctorate in nursing or a health-related related field from an accredited institution. Graduate degree in nursing (master's in nursing if non-nursing doctorate degree). Unencumbered RN license. Florida licensure expected by date of hire, with upgrade to multi-status within the first semester of contract. Certification in an advanced practice role Advanced Practice Registered Nurse license. Florida licensure expected by date of hire. A sustained record of clinical scholarship and funding commensurate with rank. National/International reputation in clinical practice.Minimum Qualifications for Lecturer Earned doctorate in nursing or a related field from an accredited institution by date of hire. Graduate degree in nursing (master's in nursing if non-nursing doctorate degree). Unencumbered RN license. Florida licensure expected by date of hire; with multi-state endorsement expected by date of hire. Clinical experience in one or more of the following areas: pediatric; adult and critical care; families; women's health; psychiatric and mental health. Recent undergraduate and/or graduate teaching experience.Minimum Qualifications for Associate Lecturer Earned doctorate in nursing or a related field from an accredited institution. Graduate degree in nursing (master's degree in nursing if non-nursing doctorate degree) Unencumbered RN license. Florida licensure expected by date of hire; with multi-state endorsement expected by date of hire. Clinical experience in one or more of the following areas: pediatric; adult and critical care; families; women's health; psychiatric and mental health. Recent undergraduate and/or graduate teaching experience. Documented academic teaching experience (online, hybrid, clinical, and/or classroom) at the baccalaureate level or above. Demonstrate a consistent record of excellence in teaching and service to colleges and universities.Minimum Qualifications for Senior Lecturer Earned doctorate in nursing or a related field from an accredited institution. Graduate degree in nursing (master's degree in nursing if non-nursing doctorate degree) Unencumbered RN license. Florida licensure expected by date of hire; with multi-state endorsement expected by date of hire. Clinical experience in one or more of the following areas: pediatric; adult and critical care; families; women's health; psychiatric and mental health. Recent undergraduate and/or graduate teaching experience. Documented academic teaching experience (online, hybrid, clinical, and/or classroom) at the baccalaureate level or above. Demonstrate a consistent record of excellence in teaching and service to colleges and universities. Demonstrated leadership in student advising, professional development, and/or mentoring. Demonstrated leadership in peer mentoring including orientation of new or adjunct faculty. Demonstrated leadership in curriculum or course development, enhancement, and/or revision. Demonstrated leadership in departmental, college, university, and professional service, through leadership roles or contributing leadership to specific work of the committees.Minimum Qualifications for Associate Professor A doctorate in Nursing from an accredited institution by the date of hire, or a research doctorate in a related discipline from an accredited institution with an earned master's degree in nursing from an accredited institution. Unencumbered RN license. Florida licensure expected by date of hire, with upgrade to multi-status within the first semester of contract. A program of research and scholarly activity focused on simulation and immersive technology, environment/climate change, healthy aging, vulnerable populations, mental health, population health, quality, safety and patient outcomes, healthcare for emerging space industry, informatics, or big data analytics. Other research areas may also be considered. A sustained record of research, publications, and extramural funding commensurate with rank. An emerging national reputation (associate Professor).To be eligible for appointment as a tenured associate professor upon hire, the selected candidate must have a demonstrated record of teaching, research, and service commensurate with rank. Minimum Qualifications for Professor A doctorate in Nursing from an accredited institution by the date of hire, or a research doctorate in a related discipline from an accredited institution with an earned master's degree in nursing from an accredited institution. Unencumbered RN license. Florida licensure expected by date of hire, with upgrade to multi-status within the first semester of contract. A program of research and scholarly activity focused on simulation and immersive technology, environment/climate change, safety and patient outcomes, healthcare for emerging space industry, informatics, or big data analytics. Other research areas may also be considered. A sustained record of research, publications, and extramural funding commensurate with rank. A national/international reputation.To be eligible for appointment as a tenured professor upon hire, the selected candidate must have a demonstrated record of teaching, research, and service commensurate with rank.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Demonstrated evidence of leadership in higher educational or clinical roles. Demonstrated evidence of administrative experience. Demonstrated evidence of supervisory experience. Experience in adjunct clinical faculty and/or RN orientations and mentorship. Experience in developing community healthcare partnerships and clinical sites. Positive interpersonal skills and strong organizational abilities. Experience in working with health care systems/agencies, community, and global partners. Experience in regulatory and clinical requirements for clinical learning. Experience in intra and interprofessional clinical learning and requirements. Experience in an academic clinical environment. Experience in educating and working with clinical preceptors. MARY LOU SOLE, PH.D., DEAN OF COLLEGE OF NURSING, ORLANDOA certified critical care clinical nurse specialist, Dr. Mary Lou Sole has focused her research over the past three decades on preventing complications and improving outcomes of critically ill patients who are placed on a ventilator. Her work, which has been awarded more than $4 million in funding to-date, has been published in more than 100 peer-reviewed publications and presented at conferences throughout the world and has influenced the standard of nursing care in the U.S. and in the international critical care community. As an educator, mentor, and researcher, Dr. Sole, who serves as Dean of the College of Nursing and holds the Orlando Health Endowed Chair in Nursing, is dedicated to developing the next generation of nurse leaders. Using simulation and technology, she has created innovative strategies to improve student learning in the clinical setting as well as the classroom. In addition to serving on several journal editorial boards, Dr. Sole is the editor of one of the most widely used undergraduate critical care nursing textbooks and author of several of its chapters. She has served on expert panels of the National Institutes of Health and on two National Quality Forum task forces. From 2015 to 2017, she chaired the Nursing and Related Clinical Sciences Study Section of the NIH Center for Scientific Review. A fellow of both the American Academy of Nursing (FAAN) and the American College of Critical Care Medicine (FCCM), Dr. Sole has been honored with numerous awards, including, in 2008, being named a UCF Pegasus Professor, the university's highest faculty honor. Dr. Sole earned a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree from Ohio University followed by a Master of Science in Nursing from the Ohio State University, and a Doctorate from the University of Texas at Austin. UCF is an equal opportunity employer and educational provider. As set forth in the Nondiscrimination Policy (No. 2-004) and Title IX Grievance Policy (No. 2-012), the University prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, nonreligion, age, genetic information, sex (including pregnancy, parental status, gender identity or expression, and sexual orientation), marital status, physical or mental disability (including learning disabilities, intellectual disabilities, and past or present history of mental illness), veteran's status (as protected under the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistant Act), or membership in any other protected classes as set forth in state or federal law in all its programs and activities. The University prohibits discrimination with respect to all terms and conditions of employment and in all of its educational programs, activities, services, and related opportunities. APPLICATION & NOMINATION PROCESSConfidential inquiries are welcomed, and nominations are invited. Applications1) All application packets must include the following:a) A letter of application that addresses the responsibilities and qualifications of the positionb) Current curriculum vitaec) Statement of teaching philosophyd) Statement of scholarshipe) Unofficial transcripts of all degrees and certificates earned (official transcripts will be required of finalists)f) At least four references with full contact information including e-mail (References will not be contacted without consent from applicant.)2) Submit application packet (preferably as PDFs) to [email protected]. Additional information will be requested upon receipt of application. This position is open until filled and may close without prior notice and is subject to funding. NominationsSubmit nominations to [email protected] with complete contact and e-mail information for the individual being nominated.ConsultantJennifer Barfield, Executive Vice President of Myers McRae Executive Search and Consulting, is the lead consultant for this search. Request a conversation regarding this search at [email protected].