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.
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.
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.
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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Elevate your career by leading a dedicated health center team, ensuring quality patient care, and managing staff performance. Collaborate with medical leaders to enhance clinic operations and promote...
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$86K - $108K *
Empower your nursing career by leading a dedicated health center team, ensuring quality patient care, staff development, and operational excellence in a supportive environment with a focus on work-lif...
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Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional nursing care while leading and developing a skilled nursing staff. Oversee clinical operations, ensure compliance, and enhance patient outcomes i...
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Optimize patient care by leading an interdisciplinary team, providing clinical and case management services to at-risk populations. Drive program development and ensure compliance while fostering coll...
4 days ago
Assistant Director of Nursing RN
$108K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing patient care by overseeing nursing operations, ensuring compliance, and fostering a supportive environment for staff and patients alike. Your leadership will...
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Director of Clinical Operations
$85K - $100K *
Transform clinical operations by leading patient care delivery, optimizing workflows, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Drive educational excellence and support financial sustainability within a dyn...
4 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Champion patient care excellence by leading a diverse healthcare team, ensuring quality improvement, safety, and effective resource management while fostering professional development and collaboratio...
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Assistant Director of Nursing (RN)
$80K - $95K *
Oversee nursing operations and enhance patient care quality in a new facility. Collaborate with leadership to ensure compliance, manage resources, and support staff development while prioritizing pati...
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Assistant Director of Nursing (RN)
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Shape the future of behavioral health services by assisting in the management and delivery of nursing operations. Collaborate with the team to enhance patient care, ensure compliance, and foster a pos...
2 weeks ago
Assistant Director of Nursing (ADNS)
$104K - $114K *
Drive the success of our nursing department by supporting the Director of Nursing with operational oversight, ensuring exceptional care standards, and fostering a collaborative environment for both st...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Drive excellence in patient care by leading the OB Department, ensuring high-quality, efficient services while fostering a collaborative team environment focused on safety and continuous improvement...
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$104K - $194K *
Transform clinical operations by leading nursing teams, enhancing staff competency, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Drive excellence in patient care through effective communication, strategic plan...
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Shape the future of nursing education through innovative program planning and evaluation, enhancing staff development, ensuring quality care, and promoting compliance in a dynamic healthcare environme...
Reposted 6 days ago
$100K - $120K *
Shape the future of nursing education by planning, developing, and evaluating comprehensive educational programs that enhance staff competencies and ensure quality patient care within diverse healthca...
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$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in enhancing resident care as a Chief Nursing Officer, overseeing clinical operations, team development, and regulatory compliance while fostering a positive culture for staff and resi...
1 week ago
$88K - $105K *
Transform clinical services by leading ambulatory departments, enhancing quality, efficiency, and patient outcomes. Collaborate with nursing leadership to ensure optimal management of clinical practic...
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Join a team driving excellence in nursing education by leading program development, faculty supervision, and accreditation compliance while fostering community partnerships to enhance student outcomes...
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RN Assistant Director of Nursing
$120K *
Unlock potential by leading nursing operations and enhancing care standards. Collaborate with a dedicated team to optimize resident well-being and drive continuous improvement in a supportive healthca...
2 weeks ago
Nursing Director of Quality Improvement & Population Health Management
$120K - $186K *
Lead quality improvement initiatives in population health management, focusing on preventive care and chronic disease management. Collaborate with community partners to deliver innovative, patient-cen...
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Nursing Clinical Operations Leader
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Engage in strategic support for Nursing operations, driving data analysis and performance improvement initiatives. Collaborate with leadership to enhance service quality and efficiency, ensuring align...
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Join a team that's dedicated to coordinating behavioral health care, ensuring patient rights and effective communication among medical staff, patients, and legal representatives across the hospital's...
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Unlock potential as you coordinate behavioral health processes across the hospital, working alongside healthcare professionals to ensure timely documentation, patient rights, and compliance with regul...
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Administrative Director Emergency Services
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Transform patient care by leading multiple emergency service sites, ensuring quality, compliance, and operational excellence. Drive strategic initiatives, enhance patient experience, and foster a coll...
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Empower our Critical Care Unit by leading a dynamic team, managing resources, and driving performance improvements to enhance patient care and operational efficiency...
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Associate Director, Nursing (Acute)
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Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing patient care through strategic leadership and operational excellence. Oversee nursing services, ensure compliance, and drive quality improvements across multi...
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What does a Director of Nursing do?
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?
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?
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?
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?
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.