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📍 Location: Gainesville, FL 🕒 FTE: Full-Time (1.0 FTE) 🗓️
Days 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.
Us Join a forward-thinking nursing team committed to setting the standard for clinical excellence, innovation, and patient-centered care. As a Clinical Nurse Leader, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping practice, mentoring staff, and driving meaningful improvements in patient outcomes. Responsibilities 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
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 the role
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.