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.
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.
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.
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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$85K - $100K *
Join us in leading the Nursing Department to ensure exceptional care for residents. Oversee operations, develop programs, and collaborate with healthcare professionals to enhance service quality while...
4 weeks ago
Home Health - Director of Nursing
$80K - $100K *
Elevate your career by overseeing clinical operations across multiple locations, ensuring quality care and staff development while collaborating with management to enhance healthcare services and comp...
Yesterday
Assistant Director of Nursing RN
$80K - $95K *
Lead the Nursing Department by assisting in planning, organizing, and directing services. Collaborate with staff to enhance quality care and implement improvements while ensuring effective communicati...
1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Join a dedicated team as you lead operations in hospice care, ensuring compliance and financial success while enhancing patient experiences. Drive growth through strategic planning and marketing initi...
3 weeks 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 i...
3 weeks ago
Assistant Director of Nursing (Registered Nurse) (RN)
$90K - $98K *
Lead daily clinical operations and team development to ensure compliance and enhance patient care quality in a skilled nursing setting.
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$80K - $95K *
Advance quality care by supporting the Director of Nursing in overseeing nursing operations, ensuring compliance, and enhancing staff performance to deliver exceptional service to residents in a healt...
2 weeks ago
$97K - $100K *
Grow your career with a vital role supporting nursing operations and quality care. Collaborate with healthcare teams, oversee training, and ensure compliance with regulations while enhancing resident...
6 days ago
Assistant Director of Nursing, RN
$100K - $115K *
Transform clinical care by leading a dedicated team, ensuring compliance, and fostering a supportive environment for residents to thrive. Drive excellence in person-centered care while mentoring staff...
1 week ago
$125K - $160K *
Advance your career by leading nursing services, ensuring compliance, and enhancing resident care in a dynamic health facility. Collaborate across departments to optimize operations and uphold high st...
Reposted yesterday
$120K - $150K *
Accelerate progress at the forefront of nursing leadership, overseeing quality care and compliance in a skilled nursing environment. Drive team performance and enhance resident outcomes through strate...
3 weeks ago
$85K - $100K *
Transform the nursing department by leading a dedicated team, ensuring compliance with regulations, and enhancing patient care quality through effective management and oversight...
Today
$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...
3 weeks ago
$150K - $160K *
Elevate patient care by leading nursing operations, ensuring compliance, and driving quality improvement. Collaborate with clinical staff to maintain high standards and foster a supportive environment...
2 weeks ago
RN - Director of Nursing (DON)
$165K *
Unlock clinical excellence by leading nursing operations in a skilled nursing community. Drive workforce development, enhance quality outcomes, and ensure high standards of care while collaborating wi...
2 weeks ago
$145K - $152K *
Champion high-quality nursing care by leading a dedicated team, ensuring compliance, and driving operational excellence. Influence strategy and enhance nursing practices while managing resources and s...
4 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Lead the charge in delivering exceptional nursing services and resident care. Collaborate with leadership to ensure compliance, mentor staff, and foster positive relationships within the community whi...
2 days ago
$85K - $100K *
Empower nursing excellence by leading a dedicated team, ensuring compliance, and enhancing resident care. Collaborate with leadership to foster a culture of accountability and deliver exceptional serv...
1 week ago
$90K - $110K *
Pioneer clinical excellence by empowering a dedicated nursing team, ensuring regulatory compliance, and driving innovative patient care initiatives in a growing home health organization while fosterin...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Lead the charge in compassionate care as you oversee clinical operations, ensuring compliance and exceptional patient outcomes while developing a high-performing nursing team in a growing home health...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Unlock potential by assisting in the management and direction of nursing services, ensuring compliance with standards, collaborating with medical staff, and leading a diverse team to enhance patient c...
Reposted today
$150K - $160K *
Elevate your career by leading a dedicated nursing team, ensuring exceptional resident care and clinical excellence while fostering staff development and maintaining high standards in a supportive env...
Reposted 4 days ago
$95K - $115K *
Join us to enhance patient care with your nursing expertise and leadership. Collaborate closely with healthcare teams, ensuring high standards in long-term or acute care settings, while supervising nu...
Reposted 5 days ago
$85K - $100K *
Join a team that's dedicated to providing exceptional nursing care with a focus on leadership, patient advocacy, and team collaboration. Your expertise in supervisory roles will help shape a positive...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$125K - $143K *
Shape the future of healthcare by leading our nursing department to deliver exceptional resident care, ensuring compliance and quality improvement while mentoring a dedicated team of professionals in...
2 weeks ago
What does a Director of Nursing do?
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?
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?
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?
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?
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.