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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$80K - $95K *

Transform your career by leading a remote team of clinical auditors in Skilled Nursing Facility audits. Drive performance, ensure compliance, and enhance staff development while overseeing quality and...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by serving as a scientific expert, fostering relationships with healthcare professionals, and supporting research initiatives in a designated therapeutic area to drive business object...

Phoenix, AZRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$75K - $94K *

Optimize talent acquisition by partnering with clinical leadership to recruit licensed mental health therapists. Drive the full-cycle recruiting process, ensuring an exceptional candidate experience w...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$83K - $93K *

Partner with us to deliver compassionate telehealth therapy, providing individualized care for diverse mental health needs. Join a supportive team focused on professional growth and client-centered ap...

Texas, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $150K *

Transform financial operations by leading a dynamic team, ensuring accurate reporting, and driving strategic decisions that enhance value and growth in a fast-paced healthcare environment. Partner clo...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $187K *

Transform mental health care by providing telemedicine services to diverse clients. Collaborate on care plans, conduct assessments, and prescribe medications as needed, all while ensuring adherence to...

Virginia, USRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$122K - $177K *

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Louisiana, USRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$241K - $295K *

Drive drug substance commercial manufacturing excellence by leading technology transfer, operational oversight, and continuous improvement initiatives across multiple CDMO sites, ensuring alignment wi...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Accelerate bioprocessing market growth by defining strategies, customer insights, and alliances. Collaborate across functions to ensure market performance and adoption, driving impactful solutions in...

San Diego, CARemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to install and support Moxi robots in hospitals, ensuring seamless operations and training staff. Engage with diverse teams to enhance healthcare efficiency and improve patient car...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Discover a rewarding opportunity to provide virtual care as a Nurse Practitioner, enhancing patient outcomes through innovative technology while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team in a fully...

Decatur, GARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Transform patient care by delivering virtual primary care and chronic disease management. Engage with a multidisciplinary team to enhance patient outcomes through innovative technology and compassiona...

Columbia, SCRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$112K - $193K *

Transform healthcare consulting by leading client engagements, aligning technology solutions with business needs, and driving operational improvements for payer organizations. Collaborate with stakeho...

Eden Prairie, MNRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $140K *

Lead the charge in driving strategic business development efforts focused on Veterans Affairs and federal contracts, enhancing growth through relationship building and effective communication with key...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$162K - $224K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$167K - $300K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading compliance audits, ensuring accurate coding and documentation in anesthesia. Collaborate with teams to mitigate risks, deliver training, and maintain regulatory standards w...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$126K - $153K *

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United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Transform healthcare data products by leading strategy, execution, and cross-functional collaboration. Drive product-market fit and commercialization for API-based solutions, ensuring alignment with c...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$137K - $164K *

Innovate your career by managing diverse patient needs in a collaborative environment. Engage in acute, chronic, and well visits while utilizing your clinical expertise and technology to enhance patie...

San Diego, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Optimize runtime authorization strategies across diverse segments, driving technical wins and enabling Sales Engineers. Leverage deep IAM and PAM expertise to deliver impactful solutions, ensuring com...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$132K - $172K *

Lead pharmacovigilance operations and safety science initiatives, ensuring compliance and quality in drug safety reporting. Oversee vendor performance, manage safety data, and contribute to regulatory...

RemoteRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$164K - $196K *

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

Berkeley, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Advance the quality of home health and hospice care by managing clinical nursing services, supervising staff, and ensuring compliance with regulations while fostering collaboration among healthcare pr...

Sonora, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$145K - $185K *

Champion the future of defense solutions by driving new business, building relationships, and leading contract execution. Own a diverse portfolio while adapting to evolving challenges and ensuring cus...

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4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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.