DescriptionThe Florida Center for Nursing (FCN) Data Analyst will play a vital role in advancing the organization’s mission to research and address nursing workforce challenges, including supply and demand, recruitment, retention, and utilization of nurses across Florida. This position is key in converting raw data sourced from state agencies and educational institutions into actionable insights that inform healthcare workforce policy, strategic planning, and program development.
Collaborating closely with businesses stakeholders, IT partners, and subject matter experts, the analyst develops data-driven insights to facilitate informed decision-making and improve FCN operations. Responsibilities include managing the full data lifecycle—from collection and cleaning to analysis and presentation—to ensure accuracy, consistency, and relevance across multiple datasets. The analyst is also responsible for the development and maintenance of user-friendly reporting tools and dashboards, broadening access to timely and meaningful information.
Operating independently, the analyst will conduct data analysis, interpret trends, and support the continuous improvement of FCN’s data systems and analytics capabilities. The ideal candidate will possess expertise in Excel, data organization, and basic statistical analysis, with an interest in healthcare workforce development.
ResponsibilitiesCollect, import, and clean raw data from multiple sources including the Florida Department of Health, Board of Nursing, and Nursing Education programs.
Organize and maintain datasets in Excel, utilizing advanced functions such as pivot tables, formulas, and data cleaning techniques to ensure quality and usability.
Use SAS to conduct descriptive and comparative statistical analyses of nursing licensure and education data (e.g., LPN, RN, APRN) at the state and regional levels.
Analyze and report on NCLEX-RN and NCLEX-PN first-attempt pass rates across Florida nursing programs.
Summarize trends and performance metrics related to prelicensure nursing student results on licensure examinations.
Monitor and track accreditation statuses of Florida’s prelicensure nursing education programs.
Consolidate and format large datasets; create tables, charts, graphs, and dashboards to visually communicate findings effectively.
Prepare datasets and conduct analysis in support of FCN research projects related to nursing education, supply and demand, and workforce trends.
Summarize findings in written reports, presentations and data visualizations for stakeholders and policymakers.
Provide responsive support for external data inquiries and custom data requests.
Support planning and coordination of established and upcoming project