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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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Director of Nursing Jobs
Mobile Director of Nursing (DON)
$125K *
Lead the charge in overseeing nursing operations across multiple facilities, ensuring compliance with regulations and delivering high-quality care. Exercise independent judgment while managing staff a...
1 week ago
Director Of Nursing | DON | LPN
$80K - $95K *
Champion quality nursing care by leading a dedicated team, ensuring compliance with health standards, and enhancing resident well-being in a supportive environment. Drive operational excellence and fo...
6 days ago
$90K - $110K *
Empower a high-performing clinical team to enhance care quality and outcomes. Lead with integrity and compassion, ensuring compliance and fostering a culture of excellence in a skilled nursing environ...
2 days ago
$88K - $105K *
Champion exceptional clinical care by leading a dedicated nursing team, ensuring compliance with regulations, and driving quality outcomes that enhance resident satisfaction and operational excellence...
2 days ago
$100K - $120K *
Elevate the quality of care as you manage clinical operations, ensuring compliance and optimal staffing in a skilled nursing facility while leading a dedicated team to achieve resident care goals and...
2 days ago
$90K - $97K *
Join a dynamic team to oversee nursing operations, enhance quality care, and ensure regulatory compliance. Lead clinical initiatives and support staff development in a resident-centered environment fo...
2 days ago
Assistant Director of Nursing RN
$80K - $95K *
Develop effective nursing management strategies to enhance quality care and staff training. Collaborate with clinical teams to monitor resident status and ensure adherence to nursing standards. Lead a...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Clinical Services Director (RN)
$83K - $88K *
Lead the charge in enhancing resident care by overseeing clinical services, ensuring compliance, and fostering a supportive environment for staff and families. Your expertise will shape the quality of...
3 weeks ago
$90K - $110K *
Transform patient care by leading nursing teams, maintaining high standards, and ensuring continuous improvement. Collaborate with staff to enhance resident outcomes and implement strategic nursing in...
Reposted 2 days ago
$90K - $110K *
Lead and enhance resident care by overseeing nursing operations, ensuring compliance, and fostering a high-performing team. Shape healthcare delivery through strategic planning and effective evaluatio...
Reposted 2 days ago
Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)
$95K - $100K *
Oversee nursing operations in a correctional healthcare setting, ensuring quality patient care and compliance with regulations. Collaborate with medical staff to manage nursing teams and enhance healt...
Today
Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) - RN
$90K *
Support nursing leadership by guiding clinical practices, training staff, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Collaborate on policy development and enhance patient care through effective system...
1 week ago
Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) - RN
$90K - $108K *
Lead the charge in delivering high-quality nursing care while guiding and training staff. Collaborate with leadership to develop policies, ensure compliance, and enhance clinical practices in a suppor...
1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Drive clinical excellence by leading our nursing team, overseeing operations, and ensuring high-quality care for residents. Leverage your management experience to foster a compassionate environment an...
4 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Lead a dedicated nursing team to enhance patient care and operational excellence. Drive strategic initiatives while ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations. Collaborate with leadership to achi...
2 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Join us in a key leadership role overseeing nursing staff and ensuring quality patient care. Drive clinical excellence and foster a supportive environment while managing administrative responsibilitie...
1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing senior care by leading nursing services. Oversee quality standards, mentor staff, and ensure exceptional resident care in a supportive environment focused on...
Today
$95K - $100K *
Join us to enhance the quality of resident care by supporting the Resident Care Director in planning, implementing, and evaluating care services, ensuring compliance with regulations while fostering a...
Reposted 2 days ago
$85K - $100K *
Oversee and direct nursing operations, ensuring compliance with standards and regulations while delivering high-quality care to residents in a long-term care facility...
Reposted 5 days ago
$85K - $100K *
Lead the charge in overseeing nursing operations, ensuring compliance with standards while delivering exceptional care to residents. Collaborate with staff and management to enhance service quality an...
1 week ago
$85K - $100K *
Lead the charge in directing nursing operations, ensuring compliance with standards while delivering exceptional care to residents. Collaborate with staff and management to enhance service quality and...
1 week ago
Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)
$80K - $95K *
Transform nursing operations by supporting the Director of Nursing in enhancing patient care quality and compliance while overseeing daily departmental activities and staff coordination...
6 days ago
Director of Nursing - $10,000 Sign-on Bonus
$120K - $145K *
Inspire and lead a dedicated nursing team to provide exceptional care in a high-acuity psychiatric facility, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while fostering professional development and...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$90K - $110K *
Champion the future of nursing services by leading staff, optimizing care delivery, and ensuring compliance with standards. Collaborate with clinical leaders to enhance patient outcomes and operationa...
2 weeks ago
RN Director of Care Management
$100K - $120K *
Advance your career by leading Care Management initiatives, ensuring compliance, and enhancing patient outcomes. Collaborate with teams to optimize processes and deliver exceptional care while managin...
1 week ago
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
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.