Director of Nursing Jobs

Explore Director of Nursing opportunities on Ladders, where you can find vetted professional roles paying $100,000 or more. Directors of Nursing lead nursing teams and help shape the quality, safety, and effectiveness of care across hospitals, long-term care facilities, and other healthcare organizations.

What Does a Director of Nursing Do?

Directors of Nursing oversee nursing operations, guide clinical teams, and work with healthcare leaders to support high standards of patient care. Responsibilities may include developing policies, managing budgets and staffing, monitoring quality and compliance, and supporting nurse recruitment, training, and development. The scope of the role varies by organization and care setting.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek experienced registered nurses with a strong background in clinical leadership, team management, and healthcare operations. Requirements may include an active RN license, a bachelor’s or master’s degree in nursing or a related field, and relevant leadership experience. Useful skills include communication, decision-making, quality improvement, regulatory knowledge, and the ability to lead through change.

Career Opportunities

Director of Nursing roles are available across a range of settings, including hospitals, skilled nursing and long-term care facilities, outpatient services, and healthcare networks. Depending on the organization, this position may offer a path to senior leadership roles such as chief nursing officer or vice president of nursing. Browse current Ladders listings to compare opportunities and find a role aligned with your experience and goals.

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$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in delivering exceptional patient care by overseeing surgical services, ensuring compliance, and fostering a culture of collaboration and accountability. Drive quality outcomes, enhanc...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional nursing care while mentoring staff and ensuring compliance with quality standards. This leadership role focuses on enhancing patient outcomes and...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$107K - $145K *

Shape the future of resident care by leading operations, ensuring compliance, and enhancing service quality. Drive performance management and advocate for residents' needs while fostering a culture of...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$135K - $160K *

Take ownership of the Neuro ICU operations, leading a dedicated team to ensure high-quality patient care, compliance with standards, and strategic growth in neuroscience services while managing a sign...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$85K - $100K *

Elevate operational excellence by overseeing daily department functions, managing personnel, and ensuring efficient resource allocation. Play a key role in fostering a collaborative environment while...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Manage clinical operations in a memory care and assisted living community, ensuring quality care and regulatory compliance while leading nursing staff and enhancing resident well-being through effecti...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$100K - $105K *

Lead a dedicated team of clinicians to enhance patient care in hospice settings. Collaborate with interdisciplinary professionals to ensure compliance, quality assurance, and continuous improvement in...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$139K - $209K *

Lead the charge in clinical strategy and operations, enhancing patient care through collaboration, mentorship, and ongoing development of nursing teams while ensuring compliance and efficiency in heal...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Empower young patients with comprehensive medical services, overseeing care delivery, supervising staff, ensuring quality standards, and implementing policies for a new health initiative serving city...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic healthcare initiative where you will oversee nursing staff, direct patient care, and implement quality improvement strategies for young individuals in custody, ensuring comprehensive an...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Manage nursing services and education programs, ensuring quality care and efficient operations while leading clinical staff and participating in policy development for optimal patient outcomes...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Join a dedicated team to enhance nursing services through strategic planning, education, and quality assurance. Engage in leadership tasks, coordinate programs, and oversee staff to ensure optimal pat...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Drive nursing excellence by overseeing clinical operations, ensuring compliance, and enhancing patient care. Collaborate with leadership to optimize resources, develop policies, and support staff enga...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Drive excellence in nursing operations by overseeing patient care delivery, ensuring compliance with standards, and optimizing resources to enhance outcomes and staff engagement in a dynamic healthcar...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Manage nursing services and education programs to ensure quality patient care and effective operations. Provide leadership in policy development and staff coordination, while overseeing clinical pract...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Empower nursing services by leading program development, evaluation, and education initiatives. Collaborate across departments to ensure quality patient care while guiding a team of nursing profession...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Advance nursing service and education programs by coordinating efforts, developing policies, and evaluating practices under the guidance of the Associate Director of Nursing in a dynamic healthcare en...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Collaborate with nursing leadership to enhance service delivery, shape educational outcomes, and oversee quality assurance in a complex healthcare environment while supporting staff development and op...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Transform nursing services by assisting in program planning and evaluation. Collaborate with staff to develop policies and quality assurance initiatives while overseeing education and clinical operati...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Grow your career with a dynamic role in nursing leadership, overseeing education and service programs while ensuring quality patient care and compliance standards in a collaborative healthcare setting...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $100K *

Lead the charge in delivering exceptional patient care by overseeing clinical operations, ensuring compliance, and enhancing quality assurance programs while managing personnel and financial performan...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing nursing services through leadership, oversight, and education programs. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure exceptional patient care and coordi...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Support nursing services and education programs, driving excellence in patient care. Collaborate with a team to enhance operational efficiency and ensure compliance with standards, while fostering pro...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $120K *

Join us as an Assistant Director of Nursing, where you'll enhance clinical operations, support staff development, and ensure compliance while fostering a culture of excellence in patient care and sati...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $110K *

Join us in advancing nursing excellence as you support clinical operations, enhance patient care, and mentor staff. Collaborate closely with leadership to ensure compliance, quality outcomes, and a cu...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Director of Nursing do?question toggle

    A Director of Nursing leads nursing operations, supervises or supports nursing teams, and works to maintain quality, safety, and compliance in patient care. Duties vary by employer and healthcare setting.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Director of Nursing jobs?question toggle

    Many employers require an active registered nurse (RN) license, substantial clinical experience, and a track record in nursing leadership. Degree requirements vary, with some roles preferring a bachelor’s or master’s degree in nursing or a related field.

  • Where do Directors of Nursing work?question toggle

    Directors of Nursing work in settings such as hospitals, long-term care and skilled nursing facilities, outpatient organizations, and healthcare systems.

  • How much do Director of Nursing jobs pay?question toggle

    Compensation depends on factors such as location, experience, organization, and scope of responsibility. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; review individual listings for salary details.

  • What roles can follow a Director of Nursing position?question toggle

    With the right experience and qualifications, Directors of Nursing may advance to broader healthcare leadership positions, such as chief nursing officer or vice president of nursing.