University of South Florida
Job Description
This position typically reports to a Registered Nurse Manager, Physician, or other appropriate medical/nursing administrator in a student health services, medical clinic, hospital, or other type of medical/research unit. In addition to performing assessments of patients and providing medical, psychological, and social intervention or referral as deemed necessary by defined protocols, the Sr. level is also responsible for a major program, function or specialty area. A Sr. RN typically spends up to 50% of the time on this highly specialized function, which could involve managing areas such as clinic nursing manuals/protocols; serving as clinic document/forms coordinator; functioning as the medication dispensing/immunization clinic coordinator; or acting as the antigen clinic coordinator. These programs require specialized professional knowledge and experience beyond the basic RN training and experience. This position is responsible for ensuring adherence to hospital/clinic/departmental and university policies, and to established nursing procedures, standards, and practices. This is a high-level Professional non-exempt nursing position. This position is time-limited.
The Division of Pediatric Infectious Diseases seeks a Senior Registered Nurse for a hybrid outpatient role encompassing clinical care, community outreach, and education for pediatric patients (ages 0-24). The successful candidate will provide medical case management, clinical care and education to patients living with or at risk of HIV infection, and pregnant women living with HIV. Responsibilities also include HIV prevention education, act as a liaison between obstetric and infectious disease providers, and collaborate with community partners and participation in grant-related activities.
The primary work location is USF St. Petersburg, with flexibility to cover additional sites in the Tampa Bay area (CMS Clinic at USF-Tampa, St. Joseph's Children's Hospital, Ybor Youth Clinic). Reliable transportation and willingness to travel are required. Candidates must be able to work independently and as part of a team, demonstrate attention to detail, and effectively manage multiple tasks. Experience in quality improvement, public speaking, and community engagement is preferred.
Responsibilities
* Manages a specialized program or function within the unit, such as antigen clinic; Physiology lab/esophageal lab; immunization clinic and medication dispensation clinic; Forms development/management for clinic; Nurse Reference/protocol manual management.
* Provides patient care in clinic and specialty areas per approved clinic protocols.
* Interviews patients to obtain accurate health history. Makes nursing diagnosis based on subjective and objective data collected. Implements appropriate treatment and referrals using established clinic protocols. Orders laboratory tests and diagnostic exams per approved protocols.
* Utilizes principles of Problem Oriented Recording (POR) and Subjective Objective Assessment Planning (SOAP) to diagnose and document patient records.
* Recognizes physical or emotional abnormalities that require immediate referral and takes appropriate action. Assists physician or nurse practitioner with special exams and procedures. Administers and records administration of medication.
* Counsels patients in self-care prevention, treatment, and follow-up of problems.
* Performs Telephone triage of difficult cases; follows-up with patients to assess responses to treatments.
* May oversee clinic and physician's area staff to ensure nursing objectives are met during peak hours.
* Provides guidance and training to lower level staff.
* Attends professional meetings, workshops and seminars to keep abreast of changes in nursing.
* Participates in research studies as assigned.
* Performs other professional nursing and related administrative duties as assigned.
Qualifications
This position requires licensure as a registered nurse in accordance with Chapter 464, Florida Statutes, or eligibility to practice nursing in accordance with Chapter 64 B9, Florida Administrative Code and two years of nursing experience. Specific positions may require knowledge and experience in a specialized nursing area.
Requirements:
* Unrestricted Registered Nurse license in the State of Florida.
Preferred Skills:
* Spanish language proficiency
* Phlebotomy and injection administration
* Strong communication skills
* Proficiency in Microsoft 365
* Knowledge of Epic EMR
This position requires a level II background check.
About Us
Working at USF
With approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. We are dedicated to cultivating a talented, engaged and driven workforce that strives to be bold. Employees excel in USF's rich academic environment, which fosters their development and advancement. In 2025, Forbes recognized USF as one of Florida's best large employers, ranked No. 1 among the state's 12 public universities. Our first-class benefits package includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, employee and dependent tuition programs, generous leave, and hundreds of employee perks and discounts.
About USF
The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota-Manatee and USF Health. USF is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 50 public university and the best value in Florida. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine as the No. 1 medical school in Florida and in the highest tier nationwide. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $738 million in research funding in 2024 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of more than $6 billion. USF's Division I athletics teams compete in the American Athletic Conference. Learn more at www.usf.edu.
Compliance and Federal Notices
This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check.
Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws:
The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws.
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodation(s) in the application process. A request is to be made at least five (5) working days prior to the time the accommodation(s) is needed. Visit the Central Human Resources ADA Accommodations webpage for more information on requesting an accommodation during the application/interview process.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains affirmative action programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws. This job description does not constitute an employment contract.
This position typically reports to a Registered Nurse Manager, Physician, or other appropriate medical/nursing administrator in a student health services, medical clinic, hospital, or other type of medical/research unit. In addition to performing assessments of patients and providing medical, psychological, and social intervention or referral as deemed necessary by defined protocols, the Sr. level is also responsible for a major program, function or specialty area. A Sr. RN typically spends up to 50% of the time on this highly specialized function, which could involve managing areas such as clinic nursing manuals/protocols; serving as clinic document/forms coordinator; functioning as the medication dispensing/immunization clinic coordinator; or acting as the antigen clinic coordinator. These programs require specialized professional knowledge and experience beyond the basic RN training and experience. This position is responsible for ensuring adherence to hospital/clinic/departmental and university policies, and to established nursing procedures, standards, and practices. This is a high-level Professional non-exempt nursing position. This position is time-limited.
The Division of Pediatric Infectious Diseases seeks a Senior Registered Nurse for a hybrid outpatient role encompassing clinical care, community outreach, and education for pediatric patients (ages 0-24). The successful candidate will provide medical case management, clinical care and education to patients living with or at risk of HIV infection, and pregnant women living with HIV. Responsibilities also include HIV prevention education, act as a liaison between obstetric and infectious disease providers, and collaborate with community partners and participation in grant-related activities.
The primary work location is USF St. Petersburg, with flexibility to cover additional sites in the Tampa Bay area (CMS Clinic at USF-Tampa, St. Joseph's Children's Hospital, Ybor Youth Clinic). Reliable transportation and willingness to travel are required. Candidates must be able to work independently and as part of a team, demonstrate attention to detail, and effectively manage multiple tasks. Experience in quality improvement, public speaking, and community engagement is preferred.
Responsibilities
* Manages a specialized program or function within the unit, such as antigen clinic; Physiology lab/esophageal lab; immunization clinic and medication dispensation clinic; Forms development/management for clinic; Nurse Reference/protocol manual management.
* Provides patient care in clinic and specialty areas per approved clinic protocols.
* Interviews patients to obtain accurate health history. Makes nursing diagnosis based on subjective and objective data collected. Implements appropriate treatment and referrals using established clinic protocols. Orders laboratory tests and diagnostic exams per approved protocols.
* Utilizes principles of Problem Oriented Recording (POR) and Subjective Objective Assessment Planning (SOAP) to diagnose and document patient records.
* Recognizes physical or emotional abnormalities that require immediate referral and takes appropriate action. Assists physician or nurse practitioner with special exams and procedures. Administers and records administration of medication.
* Counsels patients in self-care prevention, treatment, and follow-up of problems.
* Performs Telephone triage of difficult cases; follows-up with patients to assess responses to treatments.
* May oversee clinic and physician's area staff to ensure nursing objectives are met during peak hours.
* Provides guidance and training to lower level staff.
* Attends professional meetings, workshops and seminars to keep abreast of changes in nursing.
* Participates in research studies as assigned.
* Performs other professional nursing and related administrative duties as assigned.
Qualifications
This position requires licensure as a registered nurse in accordance with Chapter 464, Florida Statutes, or eligibility to practice nursing in accordance with Chapter 64 B9, Florida Administrative Code and two years of nursing experience. Specific positions may require knowledge and experience in a specialized nursing area.
Requirements:
* Unrestricted Registered Nurse license in the State of Florida.
Preferred Skills:
* Spanish language proficiency
* Phlebotomy and injection administration
* Strong communication skills
* Proficiency in Microsoft 365
* Knowledge of Epic EMR
This position requires a level II background check.
About Us
Working at USF
With approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. We are dedicated to cultivating a talented, engaged and driven workforce that strives to be bold. Employees excel in USF's rich academic environment, which fosters their development and advancement. In 2025, Forbes recognized USF as one of Florida's best large employers, ranked No. 1 among the state's 12 public universities. Our first-class benefits package includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, employee and dependent tuition programs, generous leave, and hundreds of employee perks and discounts.
About USF
The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota-Manatee and USF Health. USF is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 50 public university and the best value in Florida. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine as the No. 1 medical school in Florida and in the highest tier nationwide. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $738 million in research funding in 2024 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of more than $6 billion. USF's Division I athletics teams compete in the American Athletic Conference. Learn more at www.usf.edu.
Compliance and Federal Notices
This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check.
Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws:
The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws.
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodation(s) in the application process. A request is to be made at least five (5) working days prior to the time the accommodation(s) is needed. Visit the Central Human Resources ADA Accommodations webpage for more information on requesting an accommodation during the application/interview process.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains affirmative action programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws. This job description does not constitute an employment contract.