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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Search Director of Nursing jobs to compare opportunities, review role requirements, and identify positions suited to your background. Create or update your profile, highlight measurable results in nursing leadership and patient care, and set job alerts to hear about relevant openings.

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$80K - $95K *

Transform patient care by leading dialysis operations across multiple facilities. Collaborate with nursing teams to ensure compliance, quality outcomes, and staff development while providing clinical...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $138K *

Elevate team performance by leading a diverse group of professionals, driving operational excellence, and fostering a culture of servant leadership while managing complex patient care initiatives and...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $105K *

Take ownership of nursing operations, supervising staff and ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations while enhancing patient care quality and safety in a collaborative environment...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Transform healthcare by leading nursing operations, ensuring compliance, and fostering staff development. Collaborate with medical teams to enhance patient care and implement best practices in a dynam...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $105K *

Join a dynamic healthcare team as you oversee nursing operations, develop policies, and ensure high standards of patient care. Collaborate with medical staff to enhance service delivery and support nu...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Elevate nursing standards by developing policies and leading quality improvement initiatives. Collaborate with medical staff to ensure exceptional patient care and support nursing staff development in...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$106K *

Transform nursing services across New Mexico by leading clinical programs, ensuring compliance, and fostering staff development to deliver quality care for individuals with intellectual and developmen...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Empower a compassionate nursing team as you shape care standards across multiple locations, providing strategic leadership, operational oversight, and patient-focused excellence in a dynamic clinical...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $100K *

Lead the charge in enhancing nursing practices through policy development, ensuring regulatory compliance, and fostering professional growth in staff to deliver exceptional patient care aligned with f...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $150K *

Drive nursing excellence by leading a dedicated team in a skilled nursing environment. Oversee operations, ensure compliance, and foster a culture of resident-centered care while mentoring staff and m...

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

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing healthcare in a correctional setting. As a leader, you'll oversee nursing operations, mentor staff, and ensure quality patient care while navigating a dynamic...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Elevate healthcare standards by leading nursing operations in a correctional facility. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure quality patient care, manage resources, and foster a supportive environm...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $125K *

Transform your career by leading a dedicated nursing team in a dynamic environment focused on trauma-informed care for adolescents. Collaborate across departments to ensure optimal program functioning...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Drive innovation in nursing practice by leading program development, enhancing clinical standards, and fostering transformational leadership to ensure quality patient outcomes and staff excellence acr...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $100K *

Lead the charge in delivering exceptional nursing care while supervising a dedicated team. Oversee patient services, ensuring compliance with regulations and fostering a culture of excellence in senio...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$105K - $132K *

Transform nursing leadership by guiding a dedicated team to enhance resident care, ensuring compliance with regulations while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and quality outcomes in a sk...

1 week ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Reimagine nursing leadership by overseeing operations with precision, mentoring a skilled team, and enhancing resident care through innovative technology. Shape a supportive environment for families w...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Champion clinical excellence by leading a skilled nursing team, ensuring high-quality, person-centered care while driving strategic goals and regulatory compliance in a supportive environment...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K *

Lead the charge in delivering exceptional nursing care by overseeing operations, ensuring compliance with regulations, and fostering a high-quality environment for residents and staff alike...

2 weeks ago

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

$90K - $105K *

Lead the Nursing Department to ensure quality care and compliance, overseeing staff, policies, and performance improvement initiatives while fostering a compassionate environment for Guests...

3 weeks ago

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

$85K - $100K *

Lead nursing operations and enhance resident care by managing a dedicated team. Collaborate with families and healthcare providers to ensure quality services in assisted living and memory care environ...

5 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in enhancing patient care as a Director of Nursing, overseeing nursing operations and staff in a dynamic correctional environment. Collaborate with medical teams to ensure quality care...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$91K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing clinical nursing services and ensuring quality care outcomes. This leadership role involves coordinating resident care, managing staff performance, and suppor...

3 weeks ago

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

$85K - $100K *

Lead nursing staff to ensure high-quality care and compliance with standards. Collaborate with the Director of Nursing to enhance clinical training and oversight, while actively monitoring resident he...

1 week ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Pioneer the future of patient care by leading nursing services, ensuring quality, and enhancing team performance in a supportive detox environment focused on recovery and dignity...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.