Director of Nursing (1 of 2)

About the role

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.

Responsibilities

• Provide oversight for a minimum of four inpatient units ranging from 17–32 beds each.
• Lead and inspire nursing leaders and frontline teams by fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Mentor emerging leaders and strengthen 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.
• Oversee departmental operations, staffing, budgeting, productivity, and resource management.
• Partner closely with physicians, executive leadership, and interdisciplinary teams to strengthen communication, improve care coordination, and implement innovative solutions that enhance patient outcomes and operational performance.
• 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.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) is required.
• A Master’s degree is required.
• An active Florida RN license is required.
• Active Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications are required.
• A minimum of three years of practice experience is required.
• A minimum of three years of supervisory experience is required.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership skills in a healthcare setting.
• Experience in managing multiple nursing units and teams.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements and compliance.
• Experience in data-driven decision-making and evidence-based practice.
• Ability to foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.

Skills

• Strategic planning and implementation.
• Leadership and mentorship.
• Collaboration and teamwork.
• Data analysis and interpretation.
• Quality improvement and process optimization.
• Financial management and budgeting.
• Interdisciplinary communication and coordination.

Benefits

Manatee Memorial Hospital offers competitive benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.

Pay

Compensation is commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Schedule

The schedule is flexible and may vary based on the needs of the organization.

Contact Information

To apply, please submit your resume directly to: christine.young@amnhealthcare.com