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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$80K - $95K *

Transform nursing operations by leading, developing, and optimizing patient care strategies while ensuring compliance with regulations and standards. Drive quality improvement and foster a collaborati...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Transform the nursing department by leading operations, ensuring quality patient care, and fostering a collaborative environment. Drive initiatives that enhance staff performance and patient outcomes...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Join a dedicated team to oversee nursing operations, ensuring quality patient care and compliance with regulations. Lead staff development, manage budgets, and foster community health initiatives whil...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Lead the nursing department to optimize patient care and operations, ensuring compliance with standards and regulations while fostering a collaborative team environment. Drive quality initiatives, man...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Join a dedicated team as a Behavioral Health Nurse Supervisor, overseeing nursing care for behavioral residents. Leverage your expertise to ensure quality care and support staff in a dynamic healthcar...

2 weeks ago

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

$108K - $130K *

Shape the future of senior care by providing strategic clinical oversight and support across multiple communities. Collaborate with leadership to ensure quality care, compliance, and staff development...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Elevate clinical operations by providing strategic oversight and support to ensure quality care, compliance, and staff development across multiple senior living communities. Collaborate with leadershi...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Drive excellence in clinical operations by providing strategic oversight and support to enhance quality care in senior living communities. Collaborate with leadership to optimize resources, ensure com...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in providing strategic clinical oversight and support for senior living communities, ensuring quality care, compliance, and staff development across multiple locations while optimizing...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Transform clinical operations by providing strategic oversight and support to enhance quality care in senior living communities. Collaborate with leadership to ensure compliance, staff development, an...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Manage day-to-day operations of a long-term care facility, ensuring compliance with regulations and delivering high-quality care while optimizing financial performance and employee engagement...

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

$80K - $95K *

Transform the future of long-term care by managing daily operations, ensuring compliance, and delivering exceptional quality of care while leading a dedicated team and driving financial performance...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Empower your career with a leadership role in clinical operations, overseeing patient care and staff management. Drive quality improvement initiatives and enhance service delivery in a dynamic healthc...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Oversee and enhance nursing services in a residential treatment facility, ensuring quality care, staff development, and compliance with regulations while managing medical emergencies and budgets effec...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Champion the delivery of exceptional nursing care in a residential treatment facility, overseeing medical services, staff management, and compliance with healthcare standards to enhance patient recove...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Drive clinical excellence by leading our nursing team, overseeing operations, and ensuring high-quality care for residents. Leverage your management experience to foster a compassionate environment an...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing resident wellness through effective leadership, clinical care coordination, and community engagement, ensuring optimal health outcomes and a supportive enviro...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $119K *

Join a team that's dedicated to managing and enhancing Emergency Department operations. Oversee staff performance, coordinate care, and collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure exceptional...

2 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Elevate nursing services by managing staff and ensuring compliance with standards. Drive quality care initiatives, oversee team performance, and implement effective strategies for patient outcomes and...

Yesterday

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

$95K - $115K *

Shape nursing services by managing staff and ensuring compliance with policies while delivering high-quality patient care and monitoring outcomes for continuous improvement...

2 days ago

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

$176K - $183K *

Shape the future of patient care by leading a dynamic surgical/telemetry team. Drive excellence in nursing practice, foster staff development, and enhance patient experiences while achieving organizat...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$176K - $183K *

Lead the charge in delivering exceptional patient care as a Nurse Manager, overseeing surgical and telemetry units. Drive clinical excellence, foster staff development, and ensure compliance with heal...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by providing compassionate, expert nursing care during labor and delivery. Collaborate with a dedicated healthcare team to ensure safe, high-quality experiences for mothers and newbor...

Today

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in managing clinical and operational excellence in Perioperative Services, ensuring quality patient care and compliance with regulatory standards while fostering collaboration among st...

3 weeks ago

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

$83K - $94K *

Join a dedicated team as a Registered Nurse, utilizing your skills to provide compassionate care, administer treatments, and support residents' needs while ensuring compliance with nursing standards a...

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

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.