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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$110K - $130K *

Join a mission-driven team as a Clinical Director, leading clinical services and fostering a culture of trauma-informed care while enhancing staff development and program effectiveness for individuals...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$102K - $160K *

Take ownership of the medical staff services department, ensuring compliance, education, and operational excellence while fostering collaboration between medical and executive leadership to enhance pa...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$200K - $250K *

Drive excellence in clinical care as the Chief Clinical Officer, overseeing medical operations, ensuring compliance, and fostering relationships with stakeholders to enhance service delivery and commu...

Yesterday

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

$108K - $130K *

Oversee and manage medical staff services, ensuring compliance with regulations and standards. Serve as the liaison between the hospital and credentialing center, while supporting a collaborative team...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $100K *

Join us to enhance the quality of resident care by supporting the Resident Care Director in planning, implementing, and evaluating care services, ensuring compliance with regulations while fostering a...

Yesterday

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

$80K - $95K *

Transform your career by leading clinical services that enhance lives. Oversee operations, support staff development, and implement trauma-informed care to drive positive outcomes for individuals with...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Transform the Tucson Home Health market by leading a team of 25+ clinicians, overseeing patient care for 110-125 individuals daily, and driving growth and quality initiatives in a collaborative enviro...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$90K - $110K *

Elevate quality assurance and staff development by leading comprehensive programs, ensuring regulatory compliance, and fostering continuous improvement across all departments in a dynamic healthcare e...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $108K *

Transform patient care by leading nursing teams, ensuring high standards, and fostering collaboration to achieve optimal outcomes in a dynamic rehabilitation environment...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $169K *

Lead the charge in delivering exceptional patient care as a Nurse Manager, overseeing Labor and Delivery operations. Drive clinical excellence, foster staff development, and ensure compliance with hea...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $100K *

Transform nursing operations by leading staff, ensuring compliance, and enhancing patient care quality. Collaborate with administration to optimize budgets and training, while fostering a respectful e...

Today

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

$90K - $110K *

Elevate patient care by leading outpatient services, ensuring compliance, quality, and staff development. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance operational efficiency and patient satisfaction while...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to elevating nursing operations and compliance, ensuring superior patient care and staff development while fostering a collaborative environment that upholds quality and b...

4 weeks ago

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

$108K - $130K *

Shape the future of emergency nursing services by overseeing daily operations, ensuring compliance, and fostering staff development, while implementing quality care standards and enhancing patient exp...

4 weeks ago

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

$95K - $105K *

Lead the charge in enhancing hospice operations and clinical services, ensuring exceptional patient care and regulatory compliance while fostering team development and community engagement for organiz...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$158K - $215K *

Shape the future of patient care by leading strategic initiatives in Behavioral Health and Medical Surgical nursing. Drive operational excellence, enhance patient experiences, and foster collaboration...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $105K *

Engage in clinical and regulatory leadership within Nursing Services, overseeing care coordination, compliance, and quality assurance. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outco...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$106K - $197K *

Optimize resident care delivery by leading nursing staff, ensuring compliance with regulations, and enhancing quality indicators. Collaborate on policy development and staff evaluations while fosterin...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $100K *

Lead the charge in nursing leadership and operational excellence within the surgery center. Oversee staff management, quality improvement, and patient care standards while fostering a collaborative en...

Yesterday

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

$133K - $200K *

Lead the charge in delivering exceptional patient care by overseeing nursing processes, ensuring adherence to policies, and fostering a compassionate environment for both staff and patients. Drive qua...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing patient care through effective case management and discharge planning. Collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure timely discharges and continuity of...

2 weeks ago

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

$70K - $95K *

Transform patient care by leading clinical activities in a Wound Care Center. Collaborate with healthcare teams to enhance healing outcomes, ensure quality improvement, and provide staff development w...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$78K - $106K *

Join a dynamic team to coordinate clinical activities in a Wound Care Center, ensuring optimal patient outcomes through effective case management, staff oversight, and collaboration with healthcare pr...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$92K - $110K *

Advance healthcare excellence by leading ICU/Med-Surg nursing operations. Oversee staff, ensure compliance with standards, and drive quality improvement initiatives while managing budgets and fosterin...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$113K - $180K *

Grow your career with a leadership role overseeing critical care services, enhancing patient safety and quality. Drive operational excellence, foster collaboration, and support staff development in a...

1 week 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.