Nursing Administrator, Corrections

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The Nursing Administrator position is responsible for overseeing the nursing staff of Corrections Health Services and assuring consistent quality care is provided to the inmate population of the Orange County Jail.


Work is performed with considerable independence and the exercise of independent judgment under the general supervision of the Manager, Corrections Health Services or other designated supervisor.


Job Description

General Functions :

This position is responsible for overseeing the nursing staff of Corrections Health Services and assuring consistent quality care is provided to the inmate population of the Orange County Jail.

Work is performed with considerable independence and the exercise of independent judgment under the general supervision of the Manager, Corrections Health Services or other designated supervisor.

Duties may vary based on area of assignment. The following are representative duties; it is not the intent to capture all duties performed by this classification.


Health Services, Corrections

• Directs and oversees the daily operations of nursing staff and clinical units, ensuring adequate staffing coverage, training, education, and quality patient care in compliance with accreditation standards.
• Manages departmental personnel functions including hiring, disciplinary actions, performance evaluations, training and development, and team-building activities.
• Oversees and analyzes the nursing departments budget and statistical data (e.g., overtime, FMLA usage, agency hours) to ensure efficient use of resources and make strategic recommendations to division leadership.
• Develops, implements, and revises nursing policies, procedures, and service models to improve care delivery and align with organizational goals and standards.
• Designs and leads continuous quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient outcomes and advance nursing practice.
• Participates in administrative and staff meetings, accreditation processes, and ensure compliance with operational and regulatory standards.
• Provides direct patient care when necessary to support clinical operations.
• Mediates and resolves conflicts involving patients, physicians, or staff to maintain a professional and effective care environment.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum requirements

Master's degree from an accredited institution in Nursing or a related field and five (5) years of experience managing nursing staff, including scheduling, staffing, and handling personnel matters such as hiring and performance management. In lieu of the degree requirements, additional relevant experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis


Must possess and maintain a valid license as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the State of Florida.


Application Deadline

Open Date: 06/11/2026
Close Date: 06/17/2026


This posting is subject to close without prior notice

Salary Information

Pay Grade: 024 - From $49.12 to $63.86
FLSA Status: Exempt

Placement based on Education and Experience

Benefits

• 10 paid holidays and up to 2 floating holidays annually.
• 18 days paid time off per year.
• Longevity bonus based on years of service.
• 6 days of paid TERM (sick) time annually.
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, additional life insurance.
• Free basic life, long term disability, and employee assistance for all the family members effective on day one.
• Participation in the Florida Retirement System.

• Employee assistance program includes multiple free one on one sessions with licensed counselors and online tools for legal advice, financial planning, personal life balance, etc.
• Free access to Wellworks gyms and Orange County Recreation Centers.
• Free onsite wellness coaching, including dietician and nurse.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Earn service time to forgive student loans.

Disclaimer: Benefits may vary for employees under collective bargaining agreements.

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Veterans Preference

If you are claiming Veterans' Preference, you are responsible for providing the required eligibility documentation by the closing date of the posting. Please scan and upload a copy of your cover letter and supporting documents, to Orange County Human Resources Division via the secure Box.com folder .

Your cover letter should include the Job ID number you are applying for, the title of the position, your full name and the last 4 digits of your social security number. *If you are a current employee returning from active military service, you may be eligible for promotion preference if the active military service qualifies for Veterans' Preference. Please note that Veterans' Preference applies only to a Veterans' first promotion after reinstatement or reemployment, without exception.

Educational Requirements

If your education was obtained in the United States, the County recognizes degrees or diplomas which are accredited by an agency recognized by the United States Department of Education (USDE) or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) . If you have obtained education from a country other than the United States, your degree or diploma must be evaluated to determine the United States equivalency by a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Service (NACES) or the Association of International Credentials Evaluations (AICE) at your expense.

Address

This position is located inside the Orange County Correctional Facility located in Orlando, Florida

Notes

Selected candidates will be required to provide employment references and will be required to complete fingerprinting, a pre-employment drug and physical and background check.