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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Director of Clinical Services Home Health
$85K - $100K *
Lead the charge in overseeing clinical and non-clinical services, managing operations and personnel to ensure high-quality care delivery in a home health setting while adhering to regulatory guideline...
1 week ago
$85K - $100K *
Unlock potential by leading clinical oversight and optimizing patient care. Drive excellence in nursing operations, mentor teams, and ensure high-quality, patient-centered care in a dynamic healthcare...
Reposted 5 days ago
$95K - $115K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing patient care through effective nursing practices. Oversee nursing regimens, guide staff, and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal health...
1 week ago
$100K - $120K *
Empower exceptional end-of-life care by leading clinical services, ensuring high-quality patient-centered practices, and fostering a collaborative team environment focused on operational efficiency an...
2 weeks ago
$92K - $110K *
Drive operational excellence by managing multi-department functions, overseeing staff training, and ensuring compliance with healthcare standards. Lead patient care initiatives while maintaining budge...
3 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Champion the social well-being of residents by leading the Social Services Department, ensuring compliance with standards while addressing individual emotional and social needs through effective plann...
2 weeks ago
$76K - $102K *
Lead the charge in delivering high-quality clinical care and support within a dynamic team environment, overseeing nursing staff and ensuring effective patient management in a PACE setting...
2 days ago
$85K - $100K *
Drive excellence in patient care by leading a 30-bed Medical Surgical Telemetry Unit, ensuring quality, fiscal management, and staff development while fostering a collaborative environment for clinica...
2 weeks ago
$86K - $90K *
Transform the nursing landscape by serving as a vital resource across Residential and Outpatient teams. Leverage your expertise to educate, support, and enhance quality care while enjoying a blend of...
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Registered Nurse Medical Surgical
$76K - $111K *
Elevate patient care by delivering high-quality, compassionate nursing services. Collaborate with a dedicated team to assess, educate, and advocate for patients, ensuring optimal outcomes and a positi...
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Registered Nurse (RN) Supervisor
$75K - $96K *
Lead nursing care excellence by supervising staff and coordinating schedules. Contribute to resident well-being through effective management and evaluation of nursing personnel in a skilled nursing en...
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Registered Nurse (RN) Supervisor
$77K - $124K *
Empower excellence in nursing care by supervising and coordinating staff, ensuring high-quality patient support, and enhancing operational efficiency in a skilled nursing environment...
2 weeks ago
Registered Nurse (RN) Supervisor
$77K - $124K *
Manage comprehensive nursing care in a skilled nursing environment, overseeing staff assignments, evaluations, and ensuring high-quality resident care while fostering a supportive team atmosphere...
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Registered Nurse (RN) Supervisor
$77K - $100K *
Lead nursing care delivery in a skilled nursing neighborhood, overseeing staff, coordinating schedules, and ensuring high-quality patient care while supporting the Director of Nursing in performance e...
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Registered Nurse (RN) Supervisor
$75K - $96K *
Lead the charge in delivering exceptional nursing care while supervising a dedicated team. Oversee nursing assignments, ensure quality standards, and support staff development in a skilled nursing env...
3 weeks ago
Registered Nurse (RN) Supervisor
$77K - $100K *
Drive excellence in nursing care by supervising staff and coordinating schedules. Ensure high-quality patient care in a skilled nursing environment while supporting the Director of Nursing in performa...
3 weeks ago
DIR - NURSING- EMERGENCY SERVICES
$100K - $120K *
Lead nursing initiatives to provide safe, patient-centered care while ensuring compliance with standards and regulations. Collaborate with healthcare teams to enhance service excellence and support pr...
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Director of Medical Surgical Nursing
$108K - $130K *
Unlock potential by overseeing patient care quality, managing departmental budgets, and fostering multidisciplinary collaboration to enhance service delivery and patient outcomes across diverse popula...
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Nurse Manager II, Labor and Delivery
$213K - $246K *
Shape the future of patient care by leading clinical operations and enhancing care delivery systems. Collaborate with healthcare teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes while managing resources and c...
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Take ownership of patient care by collaborating on treatment plans, assessing needs, and ensuring comprehensive support in a dynamic healthcare environment. Elevate your nursing career while making a...
1 week ago
Clinical Manager, Ambulatory Nursing Education and Practice
$174K - $187K *
Help us redefine ambulatory nursing education and practice by leading clinical oversight, ensuring compliance with standards, and fostering staff development to enhance patient care and safety across...
2 days ago
Director RN, Emergency Department & Med/Surg
$100K - $120K *
Lead the Emergency Department and Med Surg operations, ensuring high-quality, cost-effective clinical services while managing budgets, staffing, and compliance. Drive performance improvement and foste...
1 week ago
$90K - $110K *
Elevate your career by leading the Nursing Department, ensuring quality care through effective management, compliance with regulations, and fostering a collaborative environment for staff and resident...
3 weeks ago
$85K - $100K *
Elevate patient care by collaborating on comprehensive care plans, ensuring accountability for patient status, and utilizing therapeutic techniques in a dynamic healthcare environment. Join a team ded...
1 week ago
$85K - $100K *
Deliver exceptional patient care by collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, managing comprehensive care plans, and ensuring the well-being of assigned patients through skilled nursing practices an...
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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.