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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$90K - $105K *

Innovate patient care by leading a dedicated nursing team in a behavioral health clinic. Oversee clinical operations, ensure high-quality treatment, and collaborate with interdisciplinary professional...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in delivering high-quality, person-centered care as a Nurse Manager, overseeing a dedicated team of RNs in a behavioral health clinic, ensuring effective treatment, education, and coll...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Elevate patient care by leading a dynamic team, ensuring quality standards, and driving operational excellence in a fast-paced environment. Collaborate with healthcare professionals to enhance patient...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Lead clinical and administrative operations for CRNA practice, ensuring excellence in patient care, compliance, and staff development. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to enhance operational e...

Reposted 2 days ago

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

$136K - $168K *

Empower a multidisciplinary team by providing clinical leadership and supervision. Collaborate with the Administrator on quality improvement initiatives while ensuring effective on-call support and co...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Transform patient care by leading clinical operations, enhancing efficiency, and fostering a collaborative environment. Drive quality improvement initiatives while managing personnel and ensuring comp...

Reposted yesterday

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

$135K *

Unlock potential by delivering exceptional perioperative nursing care, ensuring patient safety and comfort throughout surgical procedures while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to enhance o...

3 weeks ago

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

$135K *

Join a team that's dedicated to innovation and excellence, driving impactful projects and fostering collaboration across departments to achieve strategic goals and enhance operational efficiency...

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Champion the Behavioral Health Program, ensuring quality clinical services, compliance, and effective crisis management while training and overseeing staff, and coordinating with multiple departments...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$159K - $166K *

Provide clinical leadership and management for a patient care unit, ensuring excellence in patient service and staff development while applying evidence-based practices to enhance care quality and ope...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$159K - $166K *

Empower clinical excellence by leading a dedicated nursing team, fostering collaboration, and enhancing patient care quality. Drive staff development and operational efficiency while ensuring a suppor...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$134K - $171K *

Advance healthcare delivery by overseeing clinical operations and nursing staff, fostering excellence in patient care. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimize resources and implement stra...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$128K - $142K *

Elevate patient care in perioperative settings by implementing nursing processes, coordinating with multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring safety and quality at multiple locations. Your expertise will...

1 month ago

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

$120K - $145K *

Lead transformative nursing services as a Chief Nursing Officer, driving clinical excellence, mentoring leaders, and enhancing patient-centered care in a dynamic behavioral health environment...

1 week ago

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

$75K - $90K *

Engage in overseeing nursing operations during night shifts, ensuring high-quality patient care and compliance with regulations. Lead staff, coordinate care, and foster a positive environment while ma...

3 weeks ago

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

$85K *

Drive exceptional resident care by leading a dedicated clinical team. Collaborate with staff to foster a positive environment, ensuring high standards of nursing and wellness in a growing senior livin...

4 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Advance your career with a pivotal role in clinical leadership, ensuring operational excellence and enhancing patient care quality. Collaborate on innovative initiatives to develop staff and improve o...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $130K *

Lead the charge in delivering exceptional healthcare for seniors by combining your nursing expertise with strong administrative skills to enhance nursing operations and team performance...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K - $150K *

Lead the charge in delivering high-quality healthcare for seniors by managing nursing operations, guiding teams, and fostering a culture of clinical excellence and continuous improvement in patient ca...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $125K *

Transform your career by leading nursing operations and enhancing patient care. Drive excellence in clinical practices while fostering a collaborative environment for staff and residents. Your leaders...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $135K *

Join our team to lead nursing operations, ensuring high-quality care for seniors. You'll drive clinical excellence, foster collaboration, and promote continuous improvement while guiding a dedicated n...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $120K *

Champion quality healthcare by leading nursing operations and guiding teams to excel in patient care. Drive clinical excellence while fostering an environment of collaboration and continuous improveme...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Empower senior care operations by leading nursing teams to deliver high-quality healthcare. Drive clinical excellence, promote collaboration, and enhance patient experiences in a dynamic long-term car...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Make your mark at the forefront of nursing services by developing, implementing, and evaluating comprehensive patient care strategies while collaborating across teams to ensure regulatory compliance a...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Inspire excellence in nursing services by organizing and leading patient care initiatives. Collaborate with stakeholders to develop and implement quality improvement programs while ensuring compliance...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 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.