Nurse Administrative Executive Fellow - UF College of Nursing
Nurse Administrative Executive Fellow - UF College of Nursing
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Nurse Administrative Executive Fellow - UF College of Nursing
Bachelors degree from an accredited university in a related field (e.g. Nursing Healthcare Administration Public Health Business Administration or a similar discipline). Minimum of 1-2 years of clinical nursing experience preferred. Previous involvement in healthcare administration academia quality improvement or leadership initiatives is a plus.
The University of Florida seeks a Nursing Administrative Executive Fellow. The Nurse Administrative Executive Fellowship is a prestigious one-year immersive experience designed for a doctoral-prepared nurse leader with aspirations to drive innovation at the intersection of academic nursing and health system leadership.
This unique opportunity offers direct mentorship under the Dean of Nursing who serves in a dual role as Dean of the UF College of Nursing and System Chief Nurse Executive for UF Health. Fellows gain unparalleled exposure to executive-level decision-making academic strategy and operational excellence within one of the nations leading academic health systems.
Program Highlights:
Rotational Onboarding:A structured month-long shadowing experience across key departmentsincluding Finance HR Operational Excellence Simulation Clinical Operations and Strategic Communicationsprovides a comprehensive view of how system functions support both clinical and academic missions.
Project-Based Leadership:Fellows lead high-impact initiatives aligned with UF Health and the College of Nursings strategic goals with close mentorship and executive support.
Executive Engagement:Active participation in senior leadership meetings strategic planning sessions and enterprise-wide initiatives prepares fellows for complex leadership roles across healthcare and academia.
Key Responsibilities:
- Leadership Development: Work closely with senior nursing leadership and executive teams to gain insight into hospital administration College operations and policy development.
- Operational Management: Assist in evaluating and improving academic workflows nursing workflows resource allocation and patient care initiatives.
- Project Management: Lead or contribute to administrative projects focusing on quality improvement patient safety workforce management and operational efficiency.
- Financial & Budgeting Acumen: Gain exposure to financial planning budgeting processes and cost containment strategies in a healthcare setting and the College.
- Regulatory Compliance & Policy Development: Support nursing leadership in ensuring compliance with state federal and accreditation standards.
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Engage with key areas including Environmental Services Dietary Nursing Finance Physical Therapy Financial Services Radiology and the Operating Room Office of Student Services Academic Affairs Faculty Affairs and Experiential Learning to obtain a clearer idea of the foundation of the hospital and the College and how each employee contributes to the overall patient experience.
- Professional Development & Mentorship: Participate in leadership training executive mentoring and professional networking opportunities.
$70000 annually
Bachelors degree from an accredited university in a related field (e.g. Nursing Healthcare Administration Public Health Business Administration or a similar discipline). Minimum of 1-2 years of clinical nursing experience preferred. Previous involvement in healthcare administration academia quality improvement or leadership initiatives is a plus.
Preferred:
- Masters degree (MSN MHA MPH MBA with a healthcare focus).
- Doctoral degree in nursing.
Experience:
- Minimum of 1-2 years of clinical nursing experience preferred.
- Previous involvement in healthcare administration academia quality improvement or leadership initiatives is a plus.
Skills & Competencies:
- Demonstrated leadership skills with a strong passion for academic healthcare administration.
- Excellent communication analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and healthcare management software is preferred.
Program Benefits:
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Hands-on leadership training with executive mentorship.
- Exposure to high-level strategic decision-making.
- Opportunities to lead impactful healthcare and academic projects.
- Potential career advancement within the UF College of Nursing upon completion.
- Resume detailing clinical experience leadership roles and relevant projects.
- Cover Letter (addressed to the UF College of Nursing Selection Committee) outlining career aspirations and interest in nursing-specific healthcare administration. (1 page)
- Personal Statement including professional goals and expectations of the fellowship (1-2 pages)
- Official Graduate Transcript
- Up to three signed letters of recommendation (at least 1 professional and 1 academic)
Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
This is a time-limited position. Time limited positions are based on circumstances such as funding sources which control the length of time for which the position is available.
Employment Type
Full-Time
