Explore Director, Nursing Services opportunities for experienced nursing leaders ready to guide clinical teams and improve patient care. These senior roles oversee nursing operations across hospitals, health systems, long-term care facilities, and other healthcare organizations. Browse vetted professional opportunities on Ladders, including positions paying $100,000 or more.
A Director of Nursing Services provides strategic and operational leadership for nursing departments. Responsibilities often include setting care standards, managing budgets and staffing, supporting nurse managers, and coordinating with physicians and executive leaders. Directors also monitor quality and safety outcomes, address regulatory requirements, and lead initiatives that strengthen patient experience and clinical performance.
Employers typically seek substantial nursing and leadership experience, along with an active registered nurse (RN) license. Many positions require a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN); some prefer or require a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN), healthcare administration, or a related field. Important skills include staff development, workforce planning, quality improvement, regulatory compliance, budgeting, communication, and change management. Specific requirements vary by employer and care setting.
Director of Nursing Services roles are available in acute care, skilled nursing, rehabilitation, assisted living, home health, and other healthcare environments. Compensation depends on factors such as location, organization size, scope of responsibility, experience, and credentials. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs that pay $100,000 or more, helping qualified leaders discover senior nursing opportunities.
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RN Admin Director Women's and Children's Services
$100K - $120K *
Lead the charge in delivering exceptional patient-centered care by overseeing multiple sites and functional areas, fostering collaboration, and implementing strategic initiatives to achieve organizati...
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$110K - $130K *
Transform women's health services by leading patient care delivery, managing nursing teams, and ensuring high satisfaction scores. Drive operational excellence and support staff development in a dynam...
3 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Inspire excellence in nursing care by leading clinical teams to achieve high-quality standards. Drive positive change, foster a supportive culture, and ensure that residents receive top-tier care tail...
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Nursing Director, PCU/Med Surg Inpatient Services, Jewish Hospital
$100K - $120K *
Advance your career by leading nursing excellence and strategic initiatives. Drive performance in patient care, fiscal stewardship, and staff development while fostering a culture of collaboration and...
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Nursing Clinical Director (RN)
$85K - $107K *
Empower the next generation of nurses by leading clinical education and instruction. Oversee curriculum development, manage resources, and inspire students through hands-on learning experiences in a c...
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Assistant Director of Nursing - Nursing Quality
$88K - $105K *
Elevate nursing services through effective planning, coordination, and evaluation to enhance patient care. Collaborate with staff and lead education programs while ensuring quality standards and admin...
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Assistant Director of Nursing - Nursing Quality
$100K - $120K *
Drive the planning and evaluation of nursing services and education programs, ensuring high-quality patient care while managing departmental operations, budget preparation, and staff coordination with...
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Director of Nursing Services / DNS / DON
$140K - $150K *
Drive excellence in nursing services by overseeing planning, compliance, and training. Ensure quality care and regulatory adherence while managing departmental budgets and fostering a supportive envir...
3 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing patient care through strategic nursing leadership, focusing on quality, growth, and finance while ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations and fosterin...
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$125K - $150K *
Optimize patient care by leading nursing strategies, ensuring high-quality, cost-effective healthcare delivery, and fostering a collaborative environment focused on growth, service, and quality in a s...
3 weeks ago
$115K - $125K *
Champion optimal living by leading nursing teams and ensuring quality care for assisted living and memory care residents. Collaborate with management to enhance resident well-being and compliance with...
1 week ago
DIRECTOR OF NURSING - SHORELAND HEALTHCARE CENTER
$85K - $100K *
Elevate patient care by overseeing nursing services, ensuring compliance, and fostering a collaborative environment. Lead staffing, training, and performance management to enhance quality and efficien...
2 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Manage and enhance daily operations in hospice care, ensuring compliance with regulations while driving financial success and growth through strategic marketing and leadership. Foster a supportive env...
2 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing patient care by leading operations in hospice and palliative services. You'll oversee daily functions, ensure compliance, and drive growth through strategic m...
4 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Lead operations to enhance patient care and ensure compliance with regulations. Drive financial success and growth through strategic planning and active involvement in sales and marketing. Collaborate...
1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Shape the future of resident care by managing nursing operations, ensuring high standards, and leading a dedicated team to deliver exceptional healthcare services in a long-term care environment...
2 days ago
$90K - $110K *
Oversee the nursing department's operations, ensuring high standards of care, compliance with regulations, and effective staff management to enhance resident outcomes and service quality...
2 weeks ago
$120K - $138K *
Elevate patient care by leading a dedicated team, ensuring quality service delivery, and implementing effective strategies to enhance operational performance while fostering a culture of mentorship an...
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Assistant Director of Nursing Intermediate Care (RN)
$100K - $180K *
Accelerate progress at our nursing unit by providing leadership and oversight, ensuring high-quality, evidence-based patient care while fostering a culture of safety and collaboration among staff and...
3 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Shape the future of patient care by leading a dedicated nursing team, ensuring compliance with standards, and optimizing resources to enhance quality outcomes and foster a supportive environment for b...
2 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Transform nursing care by leading a dedicated team, ensuring quality standards, and managing resident services in a skilled nursing environment. Drive compliance with regulations while fostering a com...
2 weeks ago
Director - Surgical Services Registered Nurse (RN)
$100K - $120K *
Lead the charge in enhancing surgical services by overseeing operations, fostering collaboration, and driving quality improvements. Shape the future of surgical care while ensuring exceptional patient...
2 weeks ago
Director of Clinical Services (DCS) - Registered Nurse (RN)
$110K - $115K *
Champion exceptional hospice care by leading operations and clinical services, ensuring compliance and quality while fostering team development and community engagement to meet patient and family need...
2 weeks ago
Director of Clinical Services (DCS) - Registered Nurse (RN)
$120K - $140K *
Engage in a leadership role to oversee hospice operations, ensuring exceptional patient care and regulatory compliance while fostering team development and community partnerships for growth and succes...
3 weeks ago
$204K - $235K *
Lead the delivery of high-quality patient care by managing clinical operations, fostering collaboration among healthcare teams, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while driving performa...
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What is a Director of Nursing Services?
A Director of Nursing Services is a senior healthcare leader responsible for nursing operations, clinical standards, staffing, and the performance and development of nursing teams.
What qualifications are commonly required for Director, Nursing Services jobs?
Requirements vary, but employers commonly look for an active RN license, significant nursing leadership experience, and a BSN. Some roles require or prefer a master's degree in nursing or healthcare administration.
Where do Directors of Nursing Services work?
They may work in hospitals, health systems, skilled nursing and long-term care facilities, rehabilitation centers, assisted living organizations, and home health services.
How much do Director of Nursing Services jobs pay?
Pay varies by location, employer, experience, credentials, and the role's scope. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; check individual listings for compensation details.
What skills are important for a Director of Nursing Services?
Key skills often include clinical leadership, staffing and workforce planning, budgeting, quality improvement, patient safety, regulatory compliance, communication, and team development.