Director of Nursing

Manatee Memorial Hospital, located in Bradenton, Florida, is seeking a dynamic nursing leader to take on the role of Director of Nursing! The Position The Director of Nursing (DON) will provide strategic and operational leadership for multiple inpatient nursing units, including Medical-Surgical, Telemetry, and Oncology, ensuring exceptional patient care, clinical quality, regulatory compliance, and alignment with organizational goals. Oversight will include a minimum of four inpatient units ranging from 17–32 beds each. The DON will lead and inspire nursing leaders and frontline teams by fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement while mentoring emerging leaders and strengthening workforce engagement across the service line. Champion initiatives that elevate the patient’s experience, improve quality and safety outcomes, and drive consistent clinical performance through data-driven decision-making, evidence-based practice, and measurable operational improvements. This leader will oversee departmental operations, staffing, budgeting, productivity, and resource management, balancing multiple priorities while ensuring efficient, high-quality care delivery and responsible financial stewardship. Partner closely with physicians, Executive Leadership leadership, and interdisciplinary teams to strengthen communication, improve care coordination, and implement innovative solutions that enhance patient outcomes and operational performance. Build high-performing teams by recruiting, developing, coaching, and holding leaders and staff accountable while creating an environment that supports professional growth, employee engagement, and leadership succession. The DON must drive change across the inpatient division by identifying opportunities to improve workflows, standardize best practices, and create sustainable improvements in patient satisfaction, clinical quality, and organizational performance. Seeking a visible, forward-thinking nursing leader who can successfully manage multiple service lines, navigate competing priorities, and help shape the future of inpatient nursing following the retirement of a respected leader. Requirements BSN is required. Master’s degree is required. Active FL RN license is required. Active BLS, NRP, and ACLS certifications are required. The Organization Manatee Memorial Hospital is a full-service acute care hospital serving Bradenton and the surrounding Gulf Coast communities for over 70 years. Manatee Memorial Hospital is a 319-bed facility, the hospital delivers a wide range of services including emergency care, surgery, cardiovascular services, oncology, orthopedics, and women’s and children’s care. Part of Manatee Health, which is operated by a subsidiary of Universal Health Services (UHS)—one, one of the nation’s largest healthcare management companies. Features advanced clinical programs and centers of excellence, including heart and vascular, stroke, orthopedic and spine, lung, and breast care services. Manatee offers robotic-assisted surgery and advanced cardiac procedures, along with a Level II Neonatal Intensive Care Unit and the only pediatric center in Manatee County. Recognized for quality and patient safety, including national awards for stroke care and accreditation by The Joint Commission. The Community Located along Florida’s Gulf Coast, Bradenton offers a laid-back coastal lifestyle with beautiful waterfront views and easy access to the stunning beaches of Anna Maria Island. The city features a vibrant arts and culture scene, highlighted by attractions like The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature and a lively downtown riverwalk. Outdoor enthusiasts enjoy year-round recreation, from boating and fishing to golf and nature trails along the scenic Manatee River. Conveniently located near Sarasota and within commuting distance of Tampa, Bradenton combines relaxed coastal living with access to major metro amenities. #J-18808-Ljbffr B.E. Smith