Director of Education and Clinical Practice Full Time Days

Manatee Memorial Hospital; Bradenton (FL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Challenging work environment

Competitive compensation

Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision, and

Prescription Drug Plan

Generous Paid Time Off

401(K) with company match

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Manatee Memorial Hospital in Bradenton, Florida, seeks a Director of Education to lead hospital-wide education programs, including New Employee Orientation (NEO), clinical orientation, competency validation, leadership development, and continuing education.

The role ensures staff have the knowledge and skills to deliver safe, high-quality patient care and comply with accreditation standards. Collaboration with department leaders and a culture of lifelong learning are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of seven (7) years of progressive nursing experience.
• Minimum of three (3) years in education or leadership in an acute care setting.
• BSN degree is required.
• Current RN licensure in Florida.
• Current BLS Certification through American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and oversight of all hospital education programs.
• Oversee New Employee Orientation (NEO), clinical orientation, and competency validation.
• Lead leadership development and continuing education initiatives.
• Collaborate with department leaders to identify learning needs and develop education initiatives.
• Foster a culture of professional growth and lifelong learning and ensure compliance with accreditation standards.

Education

Seven years of progressive nursing experience

Three years in education or leadership role in an acute care setting

BSN

Current RN licensure in Florida

Current BLS Certification

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

About Manatee Memorial Hospital (MMH):

Manatee Memorial Hospital 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 has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval. The 295-bed hospital with over 800 physicians, residents and allied health professionals, offers advanced healthcare services in a caring and compassionate environment. Services include cardiac care and cardiovascular medicine, emergency care for all ages, surgery services — including robotic-assisted surgery with the da Vinci® Surgical System, a weight-loss program, orthopedic services, outpatient and inpatient radiology and rehabilitation, respiratory care, sleep, oncology, wound care and women’s and children’s services. Manatee Memorial Hospital also offers a Level II Neonatal Intensive Care Unit for babies with special needs.

Job Summary:

The Director of Education provides strategic leadership and oversight of all hospital education programs, including New Employee Orientation (NEO), clinical orientation, competency validation, leadership development, and continuing education. This role ensures that staff at all levels maintain the knowledge and skills necessary to deliver safe, high-quality patient care and comply with accreditation and regulatory standards. The Director collaborates with department leaders to identify learning needs, develop evidence-based education initiatives, and foster a culture of professional growth and lifelong learning across the organization. Demonstrates Service Excellence at all times. Other duties as assigned.

Job Information:

• This position is for a full-time position as the Director of Education
• Minimum of seven (7) years of progressive nursing experience, required
• Minimum of three (3) years in education or leadership role in an acute care setting, required

MMH offers comprehensive benefits such as:

• 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

About Universal Health Services

One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500® corporation, annual revenues during 2025 were $17.4 billion. In 2026, UHS was again recognized as one of Fortune World’s Most Admired Companies™ and in 2025, was listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 101,500 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located in 40 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. For additional information visit www.uhs.com.

Qualifications

• Graduation from Accredited School of Nursing
• BSN, required
• Master's degree, preferred
• Current RN licensure in Florida
• Current BLS Certification through American Heart Association

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.