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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$120K - $130K *
Lead the charge in delivering exceptional healthcare for seniors by combining your nursing expertise with strong leadership skills. Drive clinical excellence and foster a collaborative environment to...
3 weeks ago
$240K - $260K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing senior healthcare by leading nursing operations, fostering clinical excellence, and driving continuous improvement in patient care and staff development...
4 weeks ago
Director of Nursing (DON) - Skilled Nursing - 3709915
$130K - $160K *
Join a dynamic skilled nursing facility as you lead clinical operations, ensuring compliance and quality care. Build a dedicated team, manage budgets, and enhance resident outcomes in a supportive env...
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Nurse - Deputy Associate Director for Patient Care Service (DADPCS)/Deputy Nurse Executive (DNE)
$100K - $120K *
Oversee comprehensive nursing services, ensuring quality patient care through strategic leadership, collaboration, and innovative practices across diverse healthcare programs and teams, while maintain...
1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Champion quality resident care by overseeing nursing standards and practices while ensuring compliance with regulations and policies, leading a skilled team to enhance overall safety and effectiveness...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$85K - $100K *
Grow excellence in nursing administration by enhancing care standards, leading compliance initiatives, and driving a culture of quality in a residential care setting. Foster collaboration and innovati...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$88K - $105K *
Unlock potential by leading nursing services within our CSU facility. Oversee a dedicated team to ensure safe, efficient care while managing staff schedules and training needs. Collaborate with medica...
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$80K - $95K *
Lead and oversee nursing operations, ensuring compliance and high-quality care. Develop policies, manage budgets, and foster team growth while addressing challenges in a dynamic healthcare environment...
Yesterday
$80K - $95K *
Partner with us to enhance patient care by leading nursing staff, ensuring compliance, and fostering a collaborative environment. Drive excellence in long-term care through mentorship and effective co...
Reposted 2 days ago
Director of Nursing (DON) RN - Senior Living
$85K - $100K *
Join us in shaping exceptional nursing care for residents in a senior living environment. Oversee nursing services, collaborate with healthcare teams, and ensure compliance with standards while foster...
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$100K - $120K *
Lead the charge in advancing nursing practices through strategic integration, ensuring high-quality patient care that aligns with institutional goals and complies with regulatory standards. Collaborat...
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$97K - $105K *
Lead a dedicated nursing team to ensure exceptional resident care and regulatory compliance in a supportive assisted living environment. Drive quality outcomes while fostering staff development and co...
2 weeks ago
Director of Nursing Services/Wellness Director
$140K - $160K *
Lead the charge in delivering top-tier nursing services by overseeing operations, ensuring quality care, and managing a dedicated team in a skilled nursing environment. Drive results through strategic...
Reposted 3 days ago
$85K - $100K *
Join a dynamic team as a Director of Nursing, overseeing nursing services in a correctional setting. Lead and coordinate nursing personnel, ensuring quality patient care and compliance with healthcare...
1 week ago
Director of Nursing Services/Wellness Director
$140K - $160K *
Drive excellence in nursing services by leading, coordinating, and evaluating care programs to ensure compliance and enhance resident well-being in a dynamic long-term care environment...
3 weeks ago
Hospice Director of Nursing RN
$80K - $95K *
Champion exceptional hospice care by leading a dedicated team, ensuring compliance, and enhancing patient experiences. Drive quality initiatives and community outreach while fostering a supportive env...
4 weeks ago
$90K - $110K *
Champion quality care by leading the Nursing Department, ensuring compliance with regulations, and fostering a skilled team to deliver exceptional patient services in a dynamic healthcare environment...
4 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Manage and lead a dedicated nursing team to enhance resident care, ensuring compliance with clinical operations while fostering a collaborative environment for residents, staff, and families...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$85K - $100K *
Lead the charge in enhancing nursing operations by managing and directing the Nursing Service Department, ensuring compliance with regulations and delivering exceptional care to residents in a skilled...
2 days ago
$85K - $100K *
Oversee the Nursing Service Department, ensuring compliance with regulations and quality care standards while collaborating with leadership to enhance resident outcomes in a skilled nursing facility...
2 days ago
Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)
$110K - $145K *
Collaborate to enhance resident care and operational excellence as you partner in leading clinical initiatives, driving quality improvement, and fostering professional growth in a supportive senior li...
Reposted 1 week ago
$90K - $110K *
Lead nursing operations by providing clinical guidance and ensuring compliance with regulations. Drive quality care delivery while fostering a collaborative environment among staff and healthcare prof...
1 week ago
Director of Nursing-Home Health
$90K - $105K *
Drive exceptional patient care by leading Home Health nursing operations. Empower teams, enhance clinical quality, and foster a culture of excellence while ensuring compliance and operational efficien...
Yesterday
$80K - $95K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing the quality of care in our Nursing Service Department. You'll lead operations, develop policies, and ensure compliance with regulations while fostering a comp...
1 week ago
Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)
$80K - $95K *
Lead nursing operations by collaborating with management to enhance care quality, ensure compliance, and develop policies. Drive departmental goals and foster a supportive environment for staff and re...
1 week 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.