Master's degree in Nursing (or enrolled in program)
National nursing certification within six months of hire
Minimum of two years in clinical specialty
Proven track record in autonomous nursing practice
Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams
Responsibilities
Provide clinical leadership and support to nursing staff
Analyze and predict patient care needs based on benchmarks
Lead nursing research, education, and practice initiatives
Enhance patient care through quality improvement strategies
Facilitate staff education on evidence-based practices
Benefits
Professional development opportunities
Collaborative work environment
Focus on patient advocacy and innovative care
Access to continuing education programs
Contribution to nursing excellence and patient outcomes
Full Job Description
Overview
Clinical Nurse Leader (RN)
Overview
The Clinical Nurse Leader serves as a clinical expert and key leader within the unit, driving excellence in patient care, staff development, and evidence-based practice. This role partners closely with nursing leadership to anticipate patient care needs, improve outcomes, and enhance the overall patient experience.
The CNL combines clinical expertise with data-driven decision-making to support quality improvement, optimize care delivery, and foster a collaborative, high-performing care environment.
Key Responsibilities
Serve as a clinical expert and resource for nursing staff on the unit
Provide leadership in patient care delivery, ensuring high-quality, evidence-based practice
Analyze patient acuity, care trends, and quality benchmarks to anticipate staffing and care needs
Partner with nursing leadership to support operational and clinical decision-making
Lead initiatives to improve patient outcomes, safety, and satisfaction
Identify and address staff education and competency needs
Promote and support nursing research, innovation, and professional development
Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to enhance care coordination and outcomes
Foster a culture of accountability, patient advocacy, and continuous improvement
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Florida
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) required
Candidates actively enrolled in an MSN program will be considered
Minimum of 2 years of experience in relevant clinical specialty
Demonstrated ability to practice autonomously and manage patient care outcomes
Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
Proven ability to influence practice and drive adoption of evidence-based care
Certification Requirements
National nursing certification required within 6 months of hire
Additional Information
This position does not require operating a vehicle for business purposes
About University of Florida
The University of Florida (UF) is a public land-grant research university in Gainesville, Florida. It is a senior member of the State University System of Florida and traces its origins to 1853 and has operated continuously on its Gainesville campus since September 1906. The University of Florida is one of sixty-two elected member institutions of the Association of American Universities (AAU), the association of preeminent North American research universities, and the only AAU member university in Florida. The university is classified among "R1: Doctoral Universities ? Very high research activity".
