nursing education specialist

Pathfinder Village

<p>Current Openings<br/></p><p>Pathfinder Village, a dynamic, open-access residential community for children and adults with Down syndrome and other intellectual disabilities, is seeking to fill the following positions in accordance with Pathfinder&rsquo;s mission &ldquo;that each life may find meaning.&rdquo;<br/></p><p>All positions may be applied for using the online pre-employment form. Applicants should also send letters of inquiry and employment histories to joconnor@pathfindervillage.org. If you choose to send supporting documents through the mail, please address them to Human Resources, Pathfinder Village, 3 Chenango Road, Edmeston, NY 13335. Pathfinder Village is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). See vacancies below.<br/><b>**</b>$2,500 SIGN ON BONUS FOR FULL TIME DSPs<b>**</b><br/></p><p><b>*At Pathfinder Village MAKE ANY DAY PAYDAY with On-Demand Pay</b>*<br/>RN - Clinical Education Specialist<br/></p><p>The Clinical Education Specialist is a Registered Nurse responsible for developing, delivering, and evaluation clinical and heal-related education for staff and individuals across Pathfinder Village programs. The role ensures high quality training in medical best practices, medical documentation, telehealth procedures, Plans of Nursing Services (PONS), medication administration, health and safety protocols, and durable medical equipment. Thee RN also provides clinical oversight and support to Pathfinder School, Camp Pathfinder, and Otsego Academy.<br/></p><p>Required Qualifications<br/></p><p>Valid NYS Driver's license with no restrictions<br/>Education: Preferred: Bachelor's in nursing, required: Associate's in nursing<br/>Preferred: 1 year experience working with people with intellectual disabilities<br/>Experience in providing staff education is preferred<br/>Current NYS RN license<br/></p><p>The annual salary rate of pay starts at $80,000 and is commensurate with experience.<br/></p><p>Location: Edmeston, NY, USA<br/></p><p>Work Location: In person<br/></p>

RN - Clinical Education Specialist

Sarasota Memorial Hospital

<div>Job Summary:
<p>
The Nurse in Professional Development (NPD) Specialist (MSN) demonstrates mastery of the specific knowledge and skills required for a specialty area of nursing. This position is accountable for the development and application of standards and evidence-based practice to enhance the quality of care to the patient and family. A self-directed advanced practitioner, the primary function of this position is that of an expert practitioner with essential education, consultant, researcher and managerial components. The NPD Specialist works collaboratively with the leadership team in conducting needs assessments/gap analyses to identify interventions to address gaps in performance. The Nurse in Professional Development Specialist will develop, plan, and implement education that facilitates the professional growth, skill development, initial/ongoing competence, and attainment of standards of care to enhance patient safety for direct care providers. They evaluate outcomes of interventions, with a focus on quality, safety, and staff development.</p><br>
Required Qualifications:
<ul><li>Require demonstrated competence in nursing specialty as evidenced by a minimum of three (3) years of experience as an RN in practice specialty.</li><li>Require current RN or Advanced Practice FL licensure.</li><li>Require basic working knowledge of commonly used computer applications.</li></ul><br>
Preferred Qualifications:
<ul><li>Prefer expertise in adult education and other fields as appropriate.</li><li>Prefer NPD certification.</li></ul><br>
Mandatory Education:
<p>
MSN: Master of Science in Nursing</p><br>
Preferred Education:
<p>
</p>Required License and Certs:
<p>
BLS: Basic Life Support/CPR<br>
FL RN: FL Registered Nurse License</p><br>
Preferred License and Certs:
<p>
</p>Employment Screening Requirements: As part of Sarasota Memorial Health Care System&rsquo;s commitment to keeping people safe, all individuals providing care to vulnerable populations are required to undergo background screening through The Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. https://info.flclearinghouse.com/</div>

Nurse in Professional Development Specialist (MSN)

Novant Health

<div>What We Offer:
<div><b>
Clinical Practice Specialist</b></div><ul><li><b>
Schedule:</b> Monday through Friday 8-5pm</li><li><b>
Location:</b> Remote position</li><li><b>
Department:</b> Center for Professional Practice and Development</li></ul><div></div><div><br>
The Clinical Practice Specialist develops and directs a standardized clinical education curriculum and evidenced-based nursing care standards for an identified patient population. The Clinical Practice Specialist will support Adult Acute Care Departments.</div><div></div><div><br>
Travel Required to all regions of Novant Health.</div>
What We're Looking For:
<ul><li><b>Education:</b> Doctorate in Nursing Practice (DNP), required. Doctorate in Nursing Practice (DNP) or PhD or enrolled in a DNP or PhD program with completion within 1 year.</li><li><b>
Experience:</b> Minimum of three years clinical practice in specialty area, required. Critical Care or Adult Acute Care expereince, preferred.</li><li><b>
Licensure/certification/registration:</b> Current RN licensure in appropriate state, required. RN professional certification in relevant specialty, required.</li><li><b>
Additional Skills required:</b> Current and future trends/practice in area of responsibility; regulatory and governing standards, policies and procedures; information systems and software used in area of responsibility; equipment used in performing assigned duties; application of safety and infection control policies and procedures; teambuilding, conflict management, and interpersonal relationship skills; principles of adult learning and teaching methods/models; decision making, project leadership and consultation, delegation and communication skills; understanding of customer needs and expectations and knowledge for improvement to exceed customer expectations; knowledge of research and EBP methodologies and analyses; ability to write effectively.</li></ul></div>

Clinical Practice Specialist

State of Florida

<div><p>Requisition No: 871667</p>
<p>
Agency: Department of Health</p>
<p>
Working Title: REGISTERED NURSE SPECIALIST - 64035651</p>
<p>
 Pay Plan: Career Service</p>
<p>
Position Number: 64035651</p>
<p>
Salary: $50,000.00 - $55,000.00 Annually</p>
<p>
Posting Closing Date: 04/17/2026</p>
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REGISTERED NURSE SPECIALIST
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<p></p>
<p>
The Registered Nurse Specialist functions as an integral member of the Children&rsquo;s Multidisciplinary Assessment Team (CMAT). The individual in this position utilizes the nursing process to provide pediatric nursing expertise, assessment and evaluation services for children and youth in the determination of medically necessary long-term care services for Medical Foster Care (MFC), Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNF) and Model Waiver.</p><br>
<p></p>
<p><b>
Your Specific Responsibilities:</b></p>
<ul>
<li><b>Impactful Work</b>: Help foster parents succeed while improving outcomes for children and youth.</li>
<li><b>Collaboration</b>: Partner with caregivers, medical teams, and community stakeholders.</li>
<li><b>Growth &amp; Learning</b>: Provide training, education, and ongoing support to families.</li>
<li><b>Family-Centered Care</b>: Advocate for safe, supportive homes tailored to each child&rsquo;s needs.</li>
</ul><ul><li><b>Assessment</b>: Conduct home visits, caregiver evaluations, and child/youth care assessments.</li>
<li><b>Communication</b>: Act as the liaison between foster parents, Medicaid plans, and community partners.</li>
<li><b>Training</b>: Deliver onboarding and ongoing education for caregivers and families.</li>
<li><b>Implementation</b>: Coordinate daily program operations, admissions, and clinical support.</li>
<li><b>Quality Assurance</b>: Monitor documentation, services, and caregiver performance to ensure excellence.</li>
<li><b>Support</b>: Provide after-hours guidance when urgent needs arise.</li></ul><br>
<p></p>
<p><b>
Other duties as assigned:</b></p>
<p>
Includes coverage of CMAT RN duties as assigned.</p>
<p>
Participates in CMAT on-call duties as assigned.</p><br>
<p></p>
<p><b>
What We&rsquo;re Looking For:</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Strong nursing and assessment skills.</li>
<li>Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.</li>
<li>Passion for supporting foster families and children with complex medical needs.</li>
<li>Commitment to quality, safety, and family-centered care.</li></ul><br>
<p></p>
<p><b>
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Knowledge of nursing care of the child with special health care needs.</li>
<li>Knowledge of foster care system and child/family community resources.</li>
<li>Skill in performing nursing assessments.</li>
<li>Skill in performing clinical nursing activities.</li>
<li>Skill in providing training and education to health care professionals, parents, and medical foster care parents.</li>
<li>Skill in nursing documentation.</li>
<li>Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.</li>
<li>Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments.</li>
<li>Ability to access and utilize community resources.</li>
<li>Ability to access information from computer data systems and websites</li>
<li>Ability to work independently, prioritize and manage a daily schedule of activities.</li>
<li>Computer skills, including use of standard office machinery such as laptops, scanners, cell phones, printers and programs such as Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel and Sharepoint. Experience with electronic health records and data entry.</li></ul><br>
<p></p>
<p><b>
Qualifications:</b></p>
<p><b>
Minimum:</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Must hold an active Registered Nurse License in the State of Florida (F.S. Reference: 464) or Multistate RN License from another Compact State.</li>
<li>Must hold a valid Driver&rsquo;s License.</li></ul><br>
<p></p>
<p><b>
Preferred:</b></p>
<ul>
<li>1-3 Years of pediatric nursing experience.</li>
<li>Associates degree or higher in nursing from an accredited college or university.</li>
<li>Experience working with or familiarity with the child welfare system, Medicaid Managed Care or Care Coordination/Case Management.</li>
<li>Experience with electronic health records and data entry.</li></ul><br>
<p></p>
<p><b>
Florida Department of Health Mission, Vision, and Values:</b></p>
<p>
Mission:</p>
<p>
To protect, promote &amp; improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county &amp; community efforts.</p>
<p>
Vision:</p>
<p>
To be the Healthiest State in the Nation.</p>
<p>
Values:</p>
<p><b>
I</b> nnovation: We search for creative solutions and manage resources wisely.</p>
<p><b>
C</b> ollaboration: We use teamwork to achieve common goals &amp; solve problems.</p>
<p><b>
A</b> ccountability: We perform with integrity &amp; respect.</p>
<p><b>
R</b> esponsiveness: We achieve our mission by serving our customers &amp; engaging our partners.</p>
<p><b>
E</b> xcellence: We promote quality outcomes through learning &amp; continuous performance improvement.</p><br>
<p></p>
<p><b>
Where You Will Work:</b></p>
<p>
The incumbent for this position will work at one of the following CMS Office Locations:</p>
<ul>
<li>2020 Capital Circle SE, Tallahassee, FL</li>
</ul>
<p>Travel Time 5%</p>
<p><b>
This is not a remote position.</b></p><br>
<p></p>
<p><b>
The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:</b></p>
<p>
Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State&rsquo;s total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including:</p>
<ul>
<li>Annual and Sick Leave benefits;</li>
<li>Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year;</li>
<li>State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options;</li>
<li>Retirement plan options, including employer contributions. (For more information, please click www.myfrs.com);</li>
<li>Flexible Spending Accounts;</li>
<li>Tuition waivers;</li>
</ul>
<p>And more! For a more complete list of benefits, including monthly costs, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com.</p><br>
<p></p>
<p><b>
Please be advised:</b></p>
<p>
Your responses to qualifying questions for this position must be verifiable by documentation provided through the electronic application process.</p>
<p>
This position requires a security background check and/or drug screening and participation in direct deposit. Any misrepresentations or omissions will disqualify you from employment consideration. Note: You will be required to provide your Social Security Number (SSN) in order to conduct this background check Successful completion of a drug test is a condition of employment for safety-sensitive positions.</p>
<p>
Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. For more information, please visit the SSS website: http://www.sss.gov</p>
<p>
If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement.</p>
<p>
The successful candidate will be required to complete the Form I-9 and that information will be verified using the E-Verify system. E-Verify is operated by the Department of Homeland Security in partnership with the Social Security Administration to verify employment eligibility.
</p><p>Incumbents may be required to perform emergency duty before, during, and/or beyond normal work hours or days.</p>
<p>
All Florida Department of Health positions require the incumbent to be able to learn and communicate effectively, orally and in writing, in English. Applicants who do not meet this requirement will not be considered.</p>
<p>
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.</p>
<p>
Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-877-562-7287). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.</p>
<p>
The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.</p>
<p>
Florida has the third largest population of veterans in the nation with more than 1.5 million service men and women. The Florida Department of Health (department) is committed to serving members of the United States Armed Forces, veterans and their families by encouraging them to apply for vacancies that fit their area of knowledge and/or expertise. Through the Department's VALOR program, which expedites licensing for military veterans, the Department also waives initial licensing and application fees for military veterans who apply for a health care professional license within 60 months of an honorable discharge. These initiatives help ensure that the transition from military service into the workforce is as smooth as possible and reflects our appreciation for the dedication devoted to protecting our country.</p><p></p><p><br>
Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.</p>
<p>
The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.</p>
<p><b>
VETERANS&rsquo; PREFERENCE. </b>Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans&rsquo; Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans&rsquo; Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans&rsquo; Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.</p></div>

REGISTERED NURSE SPECIALIST

<div><p>Requisition No: 872892</p>
<p>
Agency: Department of Health</p>
<p>
Working Title: REGISTERED NURSE SPECIALIST - 64040063</p>
<p>
 Pay Plan: Career Service</p>
<p>
Position Number: 64040063</p>
<p>
Salary: $58,500.00 Annually</p>
<p>
Posting Closing Date: 04/20/2026</p>
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REGISTERED NURSE SPECIALIST
</b></div><div><b>Open Competitive</b></div><br>
<p></p>
<p>
This is a professional clinical nursing position for the Medical Foster Care (MFC) program reporting to the Senior Registered Nursing Supervisor position. We are looking for a dedicated individual to support medical foster care families and ensure medically complex children receive the highest quality care in nurturing home environments.</p>
<p>
The MFC RN will participate in compensated after hours &ldquo;on-call&quot; and travel is reimbursable.</p><br>
<p></p>
<p>
 <b>Specific Responsibilities:</b></p>
<ul>
<li><b>Impactful Work</b>: Help foster parents succeed while improving outcomes for children and youth.</li>
<li><b>Collaboration</b>: Partner with caregivers, medical teams, and community stakeholders.</li>
<li><b>Growth &amp; Learning</b>: Provide training, education, and ongoing support to families.</li>
<li><b>Family-Centered Care</b>: Advocate for safe, supportive homes tailored to each child&rsquo;s needs.</li>
</ul><ul><li><b>Assessment</b>: Conduct home visits, caregiver evaluations, and child/youth care assessments.</li>
<li><b>Communication</b>: Act as the liaison between foster parents, Medicaid plans, and community partners.</li>
<li><b>Training</b>: Deliver onboarding and ongoing education for caregivers and families.</li>
<li><b>Implementation</b>: Coordinate daily program operations, admissions, and clinical support.</li>
<li><b>Quality Assurance</b>: Monitor documentation, services, and caregiver performance to ensure excellence.</li>
<li><b>Support</b>: Provide after-hours guidance when urgent needs arise.</li></ul><br>
<div></div>
<p><b>
 </b><b>What We&rsquo;re Looking For:</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Strong nursing and assessment skills.</li>
<li>Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.</li>
<li>Passion for supporting foster families and children with complex medical needs.</li>
<li>Commitment to quality, safety, and family-centered care.</li></ul><br>
<div></div>
<p><b>
 </b><b>Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Knowledge of nursing care of the child with special health care needs.</li>
<li>Knowledge of foster care system and child/family community resources.</li>
<li>Skill in performing nursing assessments.</li>
<li>Skill in performing clinical nursing activities.</li>
<li>Skill in providing training and education to health care professionals, parents, and medical foster care parents.</li>
<li>Skill in nursing documentation.</li>
<li>Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.</li>
<li>Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments.</li>
<li>Ability to access and utilize community resources.</li>
<li>Ability to access information from computer data systems and websites.</li></ul><br>
<div></div>
<p><b>
Qualifications:</b></p>
<p><b>
Minimum</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Must be licensed in the State of Florida as a Registered Nurse in accordance with Florida Statute 464 or have a Compact License from a State that participates in the Compact Program.</li>
<li>Must hold a valid unrestricted Florida Driver License.</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Preferred</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Pediatric nursing experience</li>
<li>3-5 years Nursing experience</li>
<li>Experience working with or familiarity with the child welfare system, Medicaid Managed Care or Care Coordination/Case Management.</li>
<li>Experience with electronic health records and data entry.</li></ul><br>
<div></div>
<p><b>
Florida Department of Health Mission, Vision, and Values:</b></p>
<p>
Mission:</p>
<p>
To protect, promote &amp; improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county &amp; community efforts.</p><br>
<p></p>
<p>
Vision:</p>
<p>
To be the <i>Healthiest </i>State in the Nation.</p><br>
<p></p>
<p>
Values:</p>
<p><b>
I </b>nnovation: We search for creative solutions and manage resources wisely.</p>
<p><b>
C</b> ollaboration: We use teamwork to achieve common goals &amp; solve problems.</p>
<p><b>
A</b> ccountability: We perform with integrity &amp; respect.</p>
<p><b>
R</b> esponsiveness: We achieve our mission by serving our customers &amp; engaging our partners.</p>
<p><b>
E</b> xcellence: We promote quality outcomes through learning &amp; continuous performance improvement.</p><br>
<p></p>
<p><b>
Where You Will Work:</b></p>
<p>
Pensacola, FL 32502</p>
<p>
Counties Covered: Escambia, Santa Rosa, Okaloosa, Walton</p>
<p>
Travel time: 20%</p>
<p>
This is <b>not</b> a remote position.</p><br>
<p></p>
<p><b>
The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:</b></p>
<div>
Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State&rsquo;s total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including:</div>
<ul>
<li>Annual and Sick Leave benefits;</li>
<li>Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year;</li>
<li>State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options;</li>
<li>Retirement plan options, including employer contributions (For more information, please click www.myfrs.com);</li>
</ul><ul><li>Flexible Spending Accounts;</li>
<li>Tuition waivers; and more!</li></ul><br>
<div></div>
<div>
For a more complete list of benefits, including monthly costs, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com.</div><br>
<div></div>
<div><b>
Please be advised:</b></div><br>
<div></div>
<div>
Your responses to qualifying questions for this position must be verifiable by documentation provided through the electronic application process.</div><br>
<div>
</div><p>This position requires a security background check and/or drug screening and participation in direct deposit. Any misrepresentations or omissions will disqualify you from employment consideration. Note: You will be required to provide your Social Security Number (SSN) in order to conduct this background check Successful completion of a drug test is a condition of employment for safety-sensitive positions.</p><br>
<div></div>
<div>
Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. For more information, please visit the SSS website: http://www.sss.gov</div><br>
<div></div>
<div>
If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement.</div><br>
<div></div>
<div>
The successful candidate will be required to complete the Form I-9 and that information will be verified using the E-Verify system. E-Verify is operated by the Department of Homeland Security in partnership with the Social Security Administration to verify employment eligibility.<br>
</div><div></div><div>Incumbents may be required to perform emergency duty before, during, and/or beyond normal work hours or days.</div><br>
<div></div>
<div>
All Florida Department of Health positions require the incumbent to be able to learn and communicate effectively, orally and in writing, in English. Applicants who do not meet this requirement will not be considered.</div><br>
<div></div>
<div>
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.</div><br>
<div></div>
<div>
Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-877-562-7287). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.</div><br>
<div></div>
<div>
The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.</div><br>
<div></div>
<div>
Florida has the third largest population of veterans in the nation with more than 1.5 million service men and women. The Florida Department of Health (department) is committed to serving members of the United States Armed Forces, veterans and their families by encouraging them to apply for vacancies that fit their area of knowledge and/or expertise. Through the Department's VALOR program, which expedites licensing for military veterans, the Department also waives initial licensing and application fees for military veterans who apply for a health care professional license within 60 months of an honorable discharge. These initiatives help ensure that the transition from military service into the workforce is as smooth as possible and reflects our appreciation for the dedication devoted to protecting our country.</div><p>
Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.</p>
<p>
The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.</p>
<p><b>
VETERANS&rsquo; PREFERENCE. </b>Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans&rsquo; Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans&rsquo; Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans&rsquo; Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.</p></div>

<div><p>Requisition No: 872891</p>
<p>
Agency: Department of Health</p>
<p>
Working Title: REGISTERED NURSE SPECIALIST - 64059183</p>
<p>
 Pay Plan: Career Service</p>
<p>
Position Number: 64059183</p>
<p>
Salary: $58,500.00</p>
<p>
Posting Closing Date: 04/17/2026</p>
<p><b>
Total Compensation Estimator </b><b>Tool</b></p><div><b>
REGISTERED NURSE SPECIALIST
</b></div><div><b>Open Competitive</b></div><br>
<div></div>
<div>
This is a professional clinical nursing position for the Medical Foster Care (MFC) program reporting to the Senior Registered Nursing Supervisor position. We are looking for a dedicated individual to support medical foster care families and ensure medically complex children receive the highest quality care in nurturing home environments.</div><br>
<div></div>
<div>
The MFC RN will participate in compensated after hours &ldquo;on-call&quot; and travel is reimbursable.</div><br>
<div></div>
<div><b>
Your Specific Responsibilities:</b></div><br>
<div></div>
<ul>
<li><b>Impactful Work:</b> Help foster parents succeed while improving outcomes for children and youth.</li>
<li><b>Collaboration:</b> Partner with caregivers, medical teams, and community stakeholders.</li>
<li><b>Growth &amp; Learning:</b> Provide training, education, and ongoing support to families.</li>
<li><b>Family-Centered Care:</b> Advocate for safe, supportive homes tailored to each child&rsquo;s needs.</li>
<li><b>Assessment:</b> Conduct home visits, caregiver evaluations, and child/youth care assessments.</li>
<li><b>Communication:</b> Act as the liaison between foster parents, Medicaid plans, and community partners.</li>
<li><b>Training:</b> Deliver onboarding and ongoing education for caregivers and families.</li>
<li><b>Implementation:</b> Coordinate daily program operations, admissions, and clinical support.</li>
<li><b>Quality Assurance: </b>Monitor documentation, services, and caregiver performance to ensure excellence.</li>
<li><b>Support:</b> Provide after-hours guidance when urgent needs arise.</li></ul><br>
<p></p>
<div><b>
What We&rsquo;re Looking For:</b></div><br>
<div></div>
<ul>
<li>Strong nursing and assessment skills.</li>
<li>Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.</li>
<li>Passion for supporting foster families and children with complex medical needs.</li>
<li>Commitment to quality, safety, and family-centered care.</li></ul><br>
<div></div>
<div><b>
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:</b></div>
<ul>
<li>Knowledge of nursing care of the child with special health care needs.</li>
<li>Knowledge of foster care system and child/family community resources.</li>
<li>Skill in performing nursing assessments.</li>
<li>Skill in performing clinical nursing activities.</li>
<li>Skill in providing training and education to health care professionals, parents, and medical foster care parents.</li>
<li>Skill in nursing documentation.</li>
<li>Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
</li><li>Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments.
</li><li>Ability to access and utilize community resources.</li>
<li>Ability to access information from computer data systems and websites.</li></ul><br>
<p></p>
<div><b>
Qualifications:</b></div><br>
<div></div>
<div><b>
Minimum:
</b></div><ul><li>Must be licensed in the State of Florida as a Registered Nurse in accordance with Florida Statute 464 or have a Compact License from a State that participates in the Compact Program.</li>
<li>Must hold a valid unrestricted Florida Driver License.</li><br>
</ul>
<div></div><div><b>Preferred:</b></div>
<ul>
<li>Pediatric nursing experience preferred.</li>
<li>3-5 years Nursing experience preferred.</li>
<li>3-5 years of experience as a registered nurse with children and youth with special health care needs, preferably in critical care, NICU, PIC or high-tech pediatric home health care.</li>
<li>Experience working with or familiarity with the child welfare system, Medicaid Managed Care or Care Coordination/Case Management.</li>
<li>Experience with electronic health records and data entry.</li></ul><br>
<div></div>
<div><b>
Florida Department of Health Mission, Vision, and Values:</b></div><br>
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<div><b>
Mission:</b></div>
<div>
To protect, promote &amp; improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county &amp; community efforts.</div><br>
<div></div>
<div><b>
Vision:</b></div>
<div>
To be the Healthiest State in the Nation.</div><br>
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<div><b>
Values:</b></div>
<div><b>
I</b> nnovation: We search for creative solutions and manage resources wisely.</div>
<div><b>
C</b> ollaboration: We use teamwork to achieve common goals &amp; solve problems.</div>
<div><b>
A </b>ccountability: We perform with integrity &amp; respect.</div>
<div><b>
R</b> esponsiveness: We achieve our mission by serving our customers &amp; engaging our partners.</div>
<div><b>
E</b> xcellence: We promote quality outcomes through learning &amp; continuous performance improvement.</div><br>
<div></div>
<div><b>
Where You Will Work:</b></div><br>
<div></div>
<div>
3319 Maguire Blvd Orlando, FL 32803</div><br>
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Counties Covered: Orange, Osceola, and Seminole</div><br>
<div></div>
<div>
Travel time: 30%</div><br>
<div></div>
<div>
This is <b>not</b> a remote position.</div><br>
<div></div>
<div><b>
The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:</b></div><br>
<div></div>
<div>
Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State&rsquo;s total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including:</div>
<ul>
<li>Annual and Sick Leave benefits;</li>
<li>Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year;</li>
<li>State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options;</li>
<li>Retirement plan options, including employer contributions (For more information, please click www.myfrs.com);</li>
<li>Flexible Spending Accounts;</li>
<li>Tuition waivers; and more!</li>
</ul>
<div>For a more complete list of benefits, including monthly costs, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com.</div><br>
<div></div>
<div><b>
Please be advised:</b></div><br>
<div></div>
<div>
Your responses to qualifying questions for this position must be verifiable by documentation provided through the electronic application process.</div><br>
<div>
</div><div>This position requires a security background check and/or drug screening and participation in direct deposit. Any misrepresentations or omissions will disqualify you from employment consideration. Note: You will be required to provide your Social Security Number (SSN) in order to conduct this background check Successful completion of a drug test is a condition of employment for safety-sensitive positions.</div><br>
<div></div>
<div>
Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. For more information, please visit the SSS website: http://www.sss.gov</div><br>
<div>
</div><div>If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement.</div><br>
<div>
</div><div>The successful candidate will be required to complete the Form I-9 and that information will be verified using the E-Verify system. E-Verify is operated by the Department of Homeland Security in partnership with the Social Security Administration to verify employment eligibility.</div><br>
<div></div>
<div>
Incumbents may be required to perform emergency duty before, during, and/or beyond normal work hours or days.</div><br>
<div></div>
<div>
All Florida Department of Health positions require the incumbent to be able to learn and communicate effectively, orally and in writing, in English. Applicants who do not meet this requirement will not be considered.</div><br>
<div>
</div><div>The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.</div><br>
<div>
</div><div>Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-877-562-7287). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.</div><br>
<div></div>
<div>
The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.</div><br>
<div></div>
<div>
Florida has the third largest population of veterans in the nation with more than 1.5 million service men and women. The Florida Department of Health (department) is committed to serving members of the United States Armed Forces, veterans and their families by encouraging them to apply for vacancies that fit their area of knowledge and/or expertise. Through the Department's VALOR program, which expedites licensing for military veterans, the Department also waives initial licensing and application fees for military veterans who apply for a health care professional license within 60 months of an honorable discharge. These initiatives help ensure that the transition from military service into the workforce is as smooth as possible and reflects our appreciation for the dedication devoted to protecting our country.</div><p>
Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.</p>
<p>
The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.</p>
<p><b>
VETERANS&rsquo; PREFERENCE. </b>Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans&rsquo; Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans&rsquo; Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans&rsquo; Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.</p></div>

Mount Sinai Medical Center

<div><p><b>As Mount Sinai grows, so does our legacy in high-quality health care.</b></p><p></p><p>
Since 1949, Mount Sinai Medical Center has remained committed to providing access to its diverse community. In delivering an unmatched level of clinical expertise, our medical center is committed to recruiting and training top healthcare workers from across the country. We offer the latest in advanced medicine, technology, and comfort in 12 facilities across Miami-Dade (including our 674-bed main campus facility) and Monroe Counties, with 38 medical services, including cancer care, 24/7 emergency care, orthopedics, cardiovascular care, and more. Mount Sinai takes pride in being South Florida's largest private independent not-for-profit hospital, dedicated to continuing the training of the next generation of medical pioneers.</p><p></p><p><b>
Culture of Caring: The Sinai Way</b></p><p></p><p>
Our hardworking, tight-knit community of more than 4,000 dedicated employees fosters an environment of care and compassion. Each member plays a vital role in our collective mission to deliver excellent healthcare through innovation, education, and research. At Mount Sinai, we take pride in our achievements, aiming to be a beacon of quality healthcare in South Florida. We welcome all healthcare professionals to join our thriving community and contribute to our pursuit for clinical excellence.</p><p></p><p><b>
Department:</b></p><p></p><p><b>
Job Description Summary:</b></p><p></p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Position Responsibilities</b></h2><ul><li>
Demonstrates advanced knowledge of the general diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, and nursing care of patients.
</li><li>Serves as a clinical resource to preceptors, orientees, staff, educators, and students.</li><li>
Collaborates with management team in the development of orientation for new employees relevant to their needs as deemed appropriate.
</li><li>Serves as consultant to management and staff in nursing and non-nursing departments under the guidance of the Director/Manager.
</li><li>Works collaboratively with clinical managers nursing personnel and non-nursing personnel as specified in established policies.
</li><li>Collaborates with Manager of Education to design, plan, coordinate, and evaluate formal education programs for specific clinical area based on staff, hospital needs, and age specific criteria. For Nursing and Non-Nursing Clinical departments under the guidance of the Director/Manager.
</li><li>Assist in creating unit based and annual competencies for staff in clinical and non-clinical departments.
</li><li>Provides in service programs to clinical and non-clinical departments as deemed appropriate.
</li><li>Assists the Director/Manager in maintaining updated personnel's HR files to comply with various regulatory requirements.</li></ul><p></p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Qualifications</b></h2><ul><li><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
License/Registration/Certification</b></h3><ul><li><p>
Current RN Licensure in the State of Florida. BLS and CPI required.</p></li></ul></li><li><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Education</b></h3><ul><li><p>
Bachelor's Degree in Nursing required, Master's Degree in Nursing preferred.</p></li></ul></li><li><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Experience</b></h3><ul><li><p>
2&ndash;5 years of experience with Joint Commission and ability to conduct nursing orientation, CPR and CPI</p></li></ul></li></ul><p><b>
Benefits:</b></p><p></p><p>
We believe in the physical and mental well-being of our employees and are committed to offering comprehensive benefits that fit their personal needs:</p><p></p><ul><li>
Health benefits</li><li>
Life insurance</li><li>
Long-term disability coverage</li><li>
Healthcare spending accounts</li><li>
Retirement plan</li><li>
Paid time off</li><li>
Pet Insurance</li><li>
Tuition reimbursement</li><li>
Employee assistance program</li><li>
Wellness program</li><li>
On-site housing for select positions and more!</li></ul><p><b>
Degree Requirements:</b></p><p></p><p><b>
Certification:</b></p></div>

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