Director of Nursing Jobs

Explore Director of Nursing opportunities for experienced healthcare leaders ready to guide nursing teams and improve patient care. Directors of Nursing oversee clinical operations, support quality and safety initiatives, and help ensure nursing services meet organizational and regulatory standards. Browse vetted professional jobs on Ladders, including positions with salaries of $100,000 or more.

What Does a Director of Nursing Do?

A Director of Nursing provides strategic and operational leadership for nursing departments or services. Depending on the organization, responsibilities may include managing nurse leaders and staff, developing policies and procedures, monitoring care quality, coordinating staffing, supporting budgets, and collaborating with physicians and executive teams. The role may be based in a hospital, long-term care facility, clinic, or another healthcare setting.

Director of Nursing Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek substantial nursing experience, leadership capability, and a current registered nurse license. Requirements vary by employer and location; some roles call for a bachelor’s or master’s degree in nursing or healthcare administration. Useful strengths include staff development, communication, decision-making, regulatory knowledge, quality improvement, and the ability to manage complex clinical operations.

Director of Nursing Salary and Career Outlook

Compensation depends on factors such as location, employer type, scope of responsibility, and experience. Director-level roles can offer competitive pay and broader leadership pathways across healthcare organizations. Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more, helping experienced candidates explore roles that align with their leadership goals.

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$112K - $187K *

Join a team dedicated to providing essential Physical Therapy services to children in diverse settings, ensuring their developmental goals are met through collaboration and expert care...

New York, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$112K - $187K *

Transform your career by providing essential Physical Therapy services to children in diverse settings. Collaborate with families and professionals to support developmental goals while tracking progre...

New York, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $150K *

Champion effective publication strategies and lead scientific communication initiatives, acting as a strategic partner to clients and teams. Navigate complex medical affairs content to drive impactful...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in designing and implementing complex operational workflows that enhance service delivery and client experience. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement...

Johnson City, TNRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$272K - $340K *

Elevate your career by leading CMC Regulatory strategy and execution. Drive submissions, build a high-performing team, and engage with global health authorities to ensure compliance and success in dru...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$88K - $105K *

Join a dynamic team to ensure compliance with healthcare quality standards, manage credentialing databases, and support operational objectives. Collaborate across departments to enhance quality govern...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

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

$111K *

Optimize Clinical Documentation Integrity operations, ensuring compliance and enhancing physician engagement. Lead initiatives to improve documentation quality and support revenue cycle performance wh...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

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

$174K - $240K *

Champion innovative research in AI/digital safety, leading methodologies and partnerships to enhance assessment tools. Drive project management and team development to advance the mission of digital s...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $160K *

Lead the execution of hypersonic flight test missions, overseeing multi-disciplinary teams and ensuring mission success through strategic planning and collaboration in a dynamic defense environment...

Huntsville, ALRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$295K - $312K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of drug safety! Provide operational leadership across pharmacovigilance functions, oversee compliance and vendor relationships, and ensure high-quality safety rep...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Develop and optimize complex applications while collaborating with stakeholders and supporting junior staff to enhance workflow, usability, and system functionality in healthcare settings. Engage in t...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$116K - $182K *

Lead the charge in clinical study management, overseeing strategy and execution for complex trials. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance, budget adherence, and timely delivery...

Massachusetts, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$189K - $246K *

Lead clinical pharmacology strategies, integrating PK/PD assessments across development phases. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to guide decision-making and regulatory submissions, ensuring al...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$196K - $232K *

Champion strategic brand initiatives by engaging thought leaders and managing peer-to-peer educational programs. Collaborate across teams to integrate insights and optimize brand performance through e...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Optimize clinical trial operations by leading cross-functional teams, managing vendor relationships, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards to drive successful study execution and patient e...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$117K - $156K *

Elevate strategic decision-making by managing integrated program plans, ensuring accurate portfolio data, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement in a fast-paced...

Cambridge, MARemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Champion capacity building initiatives to enhance refugee integration and community engagement. Oversee program development, compliance, and staff management while fostering collaboration and innovati...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$80K - $95K *

Advance your career by overseeing educational operations for Medical Imaging programs, ensuring compliance and high-quality delivery through blended and online modalities while leading a dedicated tea...

Reno, NVRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$144K - $173K *

Transform patient care by managing diverse needs in a collaborative environment. Leverage your clinical expertise to conduct in-office and tele-health visits while engaging in continuous learning and...

Glastonbury, CTRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$72K - $97K *

Empower individuals by coordinating personalized care plans for seniors and members with disabilities. Collaborate with healthcare providers and manage caseloads while enjoying a flexible, remote work...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Oversee and innovate the performance, strategy, and governance of a multi-channel contact center, leading a dynamic team to drive operational excellence across diverse markets while enhancing customer...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$225K - $265K *

Shape the future of oncology by leading clinical studies in early-phase development. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to drive innovative therapies and ensure high-quality execution of clinica...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $195K *

Optimize and enhance healthcare platform operations by building and maintaining Azure infrastructure, CI/CD pipelines, and leveraging AI tools for efficiency and reliability. Collaborate with teams to...

Pittsburgh, PARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Empower philanthropic growth by managing donor relationships and securing major gifts. Collaborate with leadership to enhance fundraising strategies and expand NPF's mission impact through strategic p...

Virginia, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$78K - $130K *

Join us to lead clinical operations for global trials, ensuring compliance and quality across monitoring and site management. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive study success from start...

London, ONRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Director of Nursing do?question toggle

    A Director of Nursing leads nursing services, manages or supports nursing teams, and helps oversee clinical operations, care quality, staffing, and compliance. Responsibilities vary by healthcare organization and role.

  • What qualifications are typically required for Director of Nursing jobs?question toggle

    Many employers require a registered nurse license and significant nursing and leadership experience. Education requirements vary; some positions prefer or require a bachelor’s or master’s degree in nursing or a related field.

  • How much do Directors of Nursing earn?question toggle

    Salary varies based on location, employer, experience, and the size and scope of the role. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including eligible Director of Nursing opportunities.

  • Where do Directors of Nursing work?question toggle

    Directors of Nursing may work in hospitals, long-term care and skilled nursing facilities, clinics, and other healthcare organizations.

  • How can I find Director of Nursing jobs?question toggle

    Browse Director of Nursing listings on Ladders, review each employer’s requirements, and use your profile and job alerts to focus on opportunities that match your experience and career goals.