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Assistant Vice President, Acute and Critical Care Services
Nemours Children's Health - Orlando

At Nemours Children's Health, we believe in redefining what's possible for children's health -- not just in the hospital, but in the world they grow up in. We are building the healthiest generation of children through relentless innovation, a culture that allows individuals to flourish, and a deep investment in our people and our purpose.

As we expand our Orlando campus -- a cornerstone of a $300 million regional growth initiative -- we're seeking a visionary Assistant Vice President, Acute and Critical Care Services to help lead this next chapter. This is more than a leadership opportunity; it's an invitation to help shape the future of pediatric acute and critical care in a region rich with opportunity to serve children and families with greater needs.

About Nemours Children's Hospital, Florida

Nemours Children's Hospital, in Orlando, is a 135-bed facility designed by families, for families -- blending the healing power of nature with state-of-the-art technology to deliver world-class pediatric care. As Central Florida's only hospital with a 24-hour Emergency Department exclusively for children, we provide comprehensive care across a wide range of specialties, including services that were previously unavailable in the region.

Beyond our main campus, Nemours Children's extends its reach through specialty outpatient care across multiple Central Florida communities -- ensuring that every child has access to compassionate, high-quality care close to home. Our next phase of expansion includes advanced clinical programs, expanded critical care capacity, and new spaces for teaching, innovation, and collaboration.

The Opportunity

The AVP, Acute and Critical Care Services will co-create a culture of excellence, innovation, and transformation -- working closely with the Chief Nursing Officer and an exceptional team of directors, managers, and clinical leaders. The ideal candidate brings energy, vision, and perseverance -- someone who thrives on challenge and is inspired by the opportunity to build, grow, and lead.

You will:

• Lead multiple clinical service lines -- including critical care, acute care, and emergency -- ensuring alignment with the Nemours Children's mission and strategic goals.
• Foster a healthy, inclusive work environment that supports professional autonomy, shared governance, and continuous learning for nurses and interdisciplinary teams.
• Drive clinical and operational excellence through evidence-based practice, standardization of care delivery models, and measurable quality outcomes.
• Oversee performance and outcomes related to safety, satisfaction, and efficiency -- establishing accountability metrics and transparent reporting.
• Partner with physician and administrative leaders to implement innovative care models, optimize staffing, and ensure seamless coordination across departments.
• Mentor and develop leaders at every level -- investing in talent, succession planning, and ongoing professional development to strengthen our nursing leadership pipeline.
• Collaborate with educational and research teams to promote academic partnerships, preceptorships, and opportunities for scholarly inquiry.
• Serve as a visible, influential leader across the organization, engaging frontline nurses and teams to shape the culture of care and innovation.
• Champion the patient and family voice in all program planning and policy development, ensuring Whole Child Health philosophy remains central to all we do.

Key Areas of Accountability

• Safety, Quality, and Risk Management
  • Ensure compliance with all quality, regulatory, and accreditation standards.
  • Lead initiatives to improve clinical outcomes and reduce harm events.
  • Use data analytics to guide process improvements and resource allocation.
• Clinical Care Delivery and Outcomes
  • Evaluate and enhance care delivery models across acute and critical care units.
  • Collaborate with medical leadership to integrate multidisciplinary approaches.
  • Leverage technology and innovation to improve efficiency and care coordination.
• Patient and Population Health Advocacy
  • Align programs with our mission to create the healthiest generation of children.
  • Partner with community organizations to improve access and equity in pediatric care.
  • Represent Nemours Children's in regional and national forums focused on child health.
• Strategic, Financial, and Human Resource Management
  • Develop and manage multimillion dollar budgets and capital projects.
  • Identify growth opportunities that support strategic service expansion.
  • Ensure effective workforce planning, recruitment, and retention strategies.
• Professional Development and Succession Planning
  • Establish frameworks for lifelong learning and leadership development.
  • Support nurses in achieving professional certifications and advanced degrees.
  • Model behaviors that inspire accountability, integrity, and professional excellence.
• Regulatory Compliance
  • Maintain readiness for Joint Commission, CMS, and other external reviews.
  • Develop policies that promote consistent, compliant practice standards.
• Collaboration and Community Partnership
  • Build relationships with internal stakeholders, academic partners, and regional health systems.
  • Contribute to systemwide initiatives that advance our strategic vision.
  • Serve as a trusted advisor and ambassador of our values and mission.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in nursing leadership, management, policy, or administration required (must hold BSN and/or graduate degree in Nursing).
• Minimum of 2 years of pediatric nursing experience and 5 years total nursing experience.
• Active Florida or multistate RN license.
• Current American Heart Association BLS certification.
• Professional certification in nursing administration or related specialty preferred.
• Demonstrated success in leadership and management roles.

What We Offer

• Potential Sign-on bonus and relocation
• Competitive Compensation: A package that is commensurate with training and experience
• Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Retirement Planning: 403B with employer match and 457 plans
• Work-Life Balance: Six weeks of paid family leave
• Professional Development: Conferences
• Additional Benefits: No state income tax in Florida

Why choose us?

At Nemours Children's, we are not only caring for children -- we are building a movement. We are investing in our people, expanding our reach, and transforming health care for generations to come. If you are a leader who sees possibility where others see challenge, and if you want to be part of a story of growth and impact, we invite you to join us.

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