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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$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in transforming our Intensive Outpatient and Partial Hospitalization Programs, shaping operations, driving growth, and ensuring exceptional patient care while fostering a collaborative...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $90K *

Elevate patient care by leading nursing operations and supervising clinical staff. Collaborate with a dedicated team to ensure high-quality service and support for a specialized patient population, wh...

3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Empower our behavioral team by overseeing clinical services, enhancing care practices, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Lead training initiatives and support staff in implementing effective b...

5 days ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Join us to lead and enhance behavioral services, ensuring compliance with regulations and best practices. Oversee assessments, develop training, and support a collaborative team environment to promote...

5 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in overseeing clinical operations and nursing staff within a Skilled Nursing Facility, ensuring compliance with regulations and high standards of resident care while collaborating with...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Drive patient care excellence by coordinating unit activities, collaborating with healthcare teams, and managing resources effectively to ensure optimal outcomes and fiscal responsibility...

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

$104K - $135K *

Empower patient care by supervising nursing units, ensuring quality standards, and fostering staff development while managing administrative responsibilities in a dynamic healthcare environment...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Lead and shape the nursing department by developing policies, coordinating services, and enhancing patient care through strategic staffing and education initiatives. Collaborate with multidisciplinary...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Take ownership of nursing operations, ensuring high standards of care and compliance. Collaborate with departments to coordinate services and support staff development, fostering a culture of teamwork...

2 weeks ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Empower your career by leading a dedicated nursing team, ensuring compliance with regulations, and enhancing patient care through effective staffing and training initiatives. Join us in shaping a supp...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Champion exceptional patient care by leading interdisciplinary teams, ensuring compliance with regulations, and enhancing service quality in home health settings. Drive operational excellence while me...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Transform the future of home health care by leading operations, ensuring quality services, and driving team performance. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance patient care and optimize agency effic...

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Elevate veterinary nursing standards by leading training programs, refining protocols, and developing a clear career ladder. Drive quality audits and support practices to ensure excellence in care acr...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $143K *

Lead the charge in enhancing senior care by overseeing clinical services, ensuring compliance, and fostering a compassionate team environment. Drive quality improvement initiatives while maintaining o...

5 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Transform healthcare delivery by leading nursing teams, enhancing patient care, and implementing innovative practices. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to drive operational excellence and impr...

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

$85K - $100K *

Elevate nursing excellence by leading a dedicated team, ensuring compliance, and enhancing patient care in a skilled nursing facility. Drive quality outcomes through effective management and collabora...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Support the Resident Service Director in coordinating nursing services, ensuring compliance, and enhancing resident care quality. Collaborate with a dedicated team to address residents' physical, emot...

2 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in enhancing patient care quality and safety through effective management of performance improvement initiatives, collaborating with medical staff and regulatory bodies to ensure compl...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $112K *

Empower health transformation by leading a dynamic nursing team, driving operational excellence, and enhancing patient care through innovative practices and data-driven insights. Collaborate with inte...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Shape the future of nursing care by leading operations, ensuring compliance, and enhancing resident care through effective management and collaboration with healthcare teams...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing resident care by managing nursing operations, ensuring compliance with regulations, and fostering a culture of excellence through training and support for sta...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $100K *

Join us in leading the Nursing Department to ensure exceptional care for residents. Oversee operations, develop programs, and collaborate with healthcare professionals to enhance service quality while...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$213K - $246K *

Transform patient care delivery by leading best practices and fostering collaboration across teams. Drive operational excellence and ensure compliance while enhancing quality and safety in a dynamic h...

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

$100K - $120K *

Transform the future of patient care by leading an Ambulatory Surgery Center, ensuring quality operations, safety, and exceptional experiences for patients and staff while managing a dedicated team of...

1 week ago

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

$75K - $90K *

Empower clients by delivering compassionate nursing care in diverse settings. Utilize your clinical expertise to ensure high-quality support while fostering a respectful and dignified environment for...

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  •   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.