Director of Women's and Children's Services Full Time Varied

About the role

Manatee Memorial Hospital (MMH) in Bradenton, Florida, has served the citizens of Manatee, Sarasota and surrounding counties for over 70 years. Part of the Manatee Healthcare System, the hospital holds The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval. The 295‑bed facility employs over 800 physicians, residents and allied health professionals and provides advanced services including cardiac care, emergency care, surgery (robotic‑assisted with da Vinci®), weight‑loss, orthopedics, radiology, rehabilitation, respiratory care, sleep, oncology, wound care, women’s and children’s services, and a Level II Neonatal Intensive Care Unit.

The Women’s and Children’s Division comprises Labor & Delivery, Mother‑Baby, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, Pediatrics and MoMM’s Place (Lactation Consulting & Outpatient Obstetric Education/Classes). The Director assumes 24‑hour responsibility for directing, coordinating, supervising and evaluating the clinical activities and performance of the nursing staff and operations of this division.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement, manage and support all aspects of patient care systems and processes for the Women’s and Children’s division.
• Provide safe, competent patient‑ and family‑centered care in accordance with MMH policies, procedures, standards and philosophy.
• Plan and administer the daily operational and annual budget in collaboration with the CNO.
• Provide exceptional professional leadership and support to all members of the health care team.
• Participate on assigned hospital and medical committees and promote collaborative relationships among nursing services, medical staff and ancillary departments.

Requirements

• Minimum of three (3) years of practice area experience.
• Minimum of three (3) years of supervisory experience.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited School of Nursing.
• BSN required; MSN preferred.
• Current RN licensure in Florida.
• Current BLS (American Heart Association).
• Current ACLS (American Heart Association).
• Current Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Certification.
• National Certification preferred.

Benefits

• Challenging and rewarding work environment.
• Competitive Compensation.
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Plan.
• Generous Paid Time Off.
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan.
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its subsidiaries.

Schedule

Full time.