Assistant Vice President of Nursing (RN) - Acute and Critical Care Services

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 l...