Nursing Officer Jobs in Florida

Nursing Officer jobs in Florida are in steady demand across the state's large hospital networks, correctional health systems, and public health agencies, with openings ranging from entry-level staff positions through senior director roles. Miami, Tampa, and Orlando are the primary hiring hubs, with well-established employers like HCA Florida Healthcare, AdventHealth, and the Florida Department of Health consistently recruiting nursing officers. The most active specialties include infection control, quality and compliance, and patient care coordination. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles11
Top employerSupplied Talent
Top cityJacksonville, FL
Cities hiring10
Top industryHealthcare
Companies hiring9

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Chief Nursing Officer (RN) - FT Days | Jacksonville Specialty
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Chief Nursing Officer (RN) - FT Days | Jacksonville Specialty
PAM Health Specialty Hospital of Jacksonville
Jacksonville, Florida
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Public Health
Managed Registered Nurses (RNs)

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Assistant Chief Nursing Officer (RN) - FT Days | Ocoee Rehab
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Assistant Chief Nursing Officer (RN) - FT Days | Ocoee Rehab
PAM Health
Ocoee, Florida
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Human Resources
Managed Registered Nurses (RNs)
5,001-10,000

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Chief Nursing Officer
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Chief Nursing Officer
Encompass Health
Apollo Beach, Florida
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Managed Registered Nurses (RNs)
10,000+

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Chief Nursing Officer-BHMC
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Chief Nursing Officer-BHMC
Broward Health
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Healthcare Administration
Human Resources
Nursing
Managed Registered Nurses (RNs)
5,001-10,000

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Chief Nursing Officer
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Chief Nursing Officer
Encompass Health
Jacksonville, Florida
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Public Health
Managed Registered Nurses (RNs)
10,000+

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Nursing Officer Jobs by City in Florida

Where Florida roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Jacksonville
2 jobs
Ocoee
1 job
Naples
1 job
Lecanto
1 job
Orlando
1 job
Brooksville
1 job
Apollo Beach
1 job
Delray Beach
1 job
Deerfield Beach
1 job

Nursing Officer Job Market in Florida

A snapshot from current Florida openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Supplied Talent2 open roles
Encompass Health2 open roles
FHE Health1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What Florida Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in nursing officer jobs across Florida.

  • Active Florida Registered Nurse license issued by the Florida Board of Nursing
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing or higher from an accredited program
  • Minimum two to five years of clinical nursing experience in an acute care setting
  • Current BLS certification and often ACLS certification required at time of hire
  • Demonstrated experience in nursing leadership, supervision, or care coordination
  • Proficiency with electronic health record systems such as Epic or Meditech

Nursing Officer Jobs in Florida: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a nursing officer in Florida?

You must hold an active Registered Nurse license issued by the Florida Board of Nursing, which requires completing an accredited nursing program and passing the NCLEX-RN exam. Most nursing officer roles also require a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, and many Florida employers prefer candidates with a master's degree for senior positions. From there, gaining clinical experience and pursuing leadership roles within a facility is the most direct path.

How much do nursing officers make in Florida?

Nursing officers in Florida earn a median of about $84,190 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $67,970 for the lowest 10% to over $120,330 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire nursing officers in Florida?

Employers hiring nursing officers in Florida right now include Supplied Talent, Encompass Health, and FHE Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Florida's large integrated health systems and state government agencies account for a significant share of ongoing nursing officer openings across the state.

Which Florida cities have the most nursing officer jobs?

Jacksonville, Ocoee, and Naples have the most nursing officer openings in Florida. Miami and Orlando lead because of their high concentration of major hospital systems and large urban populations, while Tampa's growing medical district and network of regional hospitals drives consistent demand in the greater Tampa Bay area.

How can I get hired as a nursing officer in Florida with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is completing a new-graduate nurse residency program, which large Florida employers like AdventHealth and HCA Florida Healthcare offer to recent NCLEX-RN passers. These structured programs place candidates in clinical rotations before transitioning into staff nursing officer roles. Candidates coming from adjacent positions such as charge nurse, clinical supervisor, or staff nurse can also move into nursing officer roles by demonstrating leadership contributions. Holding a Florida Board of Nursing license and an active BLS certification before applying gives early-career candidates a clear edge.

Where can I find and apply to nursing officer jobs in Florida?

You can find and apply to nursing officer jobs in Florida on Migrate Mate, which lists current Florida openings across hospital systems, public health agencies, and correctional health settings. Find roles that fit your experience and specialty, then apply directly to the employer through the listing.

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