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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$176K - $209K *

Shape the future of emergency and critical care by providing strategic leadership, fostering partnerships, and driving innovation to enhance patient outcomes and operational excellence in a dynamic he...

Newmarket, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of patient care by leading a dedicated team in a dynamic clinical environment. Oversee operations, ensure quality standards, and foster a culture of excellence while managing resource...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $100K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing patient care and health outcomes. Lead nursing and clinical staff, implement effective processes, and drive quality improvement initiatives in a dynamic healt...

4 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing patient care and operations. This leadership role involves managing nursing staff, promoting quality initiatives, and ensuring superior healthcare delivery wi...

4 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing patient care through effective supervision of daily physician practice operations, ensuring compliance with regulations and fostering a collaborative environm...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of patient care by leading clinical operations, ensuring staff support, and fostering strong relationships. Drive quality improvement initiatives while maintaining compliance and enha...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $85K *

Deliver high-quality hospice care by leading clinical teams, enhancing processes, and ensuring compliance. Drive patient satisfaction and employee engagement while managing budgets and fostering busin...

6 days ago

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

$105K - $123K *

Help us shape the future of nursing education by leading a multi-campus team, overseeing baccalaureate program design, implementation, and evaluation while cultivating student success and faculty deve...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in enhancing patient care by managing operations, staffing, and quality initiatives at the Heart Failure Center. Collaborate with teams to foster a compassionate environment while ensu...

1 week ago

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

$83K - $93K *

Transform patient care by overseeing nursing duties and supervising staff in a dynamic behavioral health urgent care setting. Collaborate with a dedicated team to provide essential support for clients...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Empower our Patient Services team by leading operational excellence, setting service standards, and ensuring timely, compassionate care. Collaborate across departments to enhance patient assistance pr...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Advance your career by leading a dynamic team in a high-volume emergency department, ensuring exceptional patient care and operational efficiency while fostering staff development and implementing qua...

1 week ago

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

$105K *

Lead a dynamic nursing team as you oversee standards, drive quality care, and enhance patient outcomes. Collaborate across departments to implement best practices and ensure compliance while fostering...

Yesterday

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

$111K - $207K *

Champion the future of medical staff management by overseeing governance documents, ensuring compliance, and facilitating communication between medical leaders and administration. Drive effective cred...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $100K *

Manage the 24-hour operations of a healthcare unit, ensuring high-quality patient care and compliance with standards. Lead a team, oversee clinical practices, and foster a supportive environment for s...

3 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Advance patient care by leading clinical operations, ensuring quality standards, and fostering staff development. Collaborate with teams to enhance patient satisfaction and achieve departmental goals...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $130K *

Champion the delivery of quality health care while leading nursing teams to enhance the well-being of assisted living and memory care residents, ensuring compliance and safety in a collaborative envir...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$167K - $225K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering quality, compassionate care in a dynamic Behavioral Health environment. Lead nursing and patient care services while ensuring compliance, quality standards...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $100K *

Lead with compassion and expertise to enhance resident care and support nursing staff. Oversee compliance, manage recruitment, and develop individualized care plans while ensuring high-quality service...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead the delivery of quality nursing care by supervising staff, ensuring compliance, and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration to enhance patient outcomes and support team development in a dynamic...

2 weeks ago

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

$85K - $100K *

Transform healthcare delivery by leading nursing teams, ensuring quality care, and fostering collaboration. This pivotal role enhances patient outcomes and supports staff development in a dynamic clin...

2 weeks ago

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

$136K - $156K *

Drive your career with a leadership role in nursing, overseeing patient care and staff management. Collaborate with teams to enhance service quality and ensure compliance with healthcare standards whi...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Grow your career with a leadership role that enhances patient care and manages a dynamic team in Oncology Infusion. Oversee operations, staff development, and quality assurance to ensure efficient, co...

4 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing patient care quality through leadership and clinical excellence. Drive nursing practice improvements while collaborating with medical leadership to align with...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to transforming community health through strategic nursing leadership. Drive quality improvement, enhance patient outcomes, and ensure compliance with healthcare regulatio...

Reposted 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.