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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Assistant Director of Nursing | $10,000 Sign-On Bonus
$110K - $121K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing patient care in a behavioral health setting. As a key leader, you'll oversee nursing operations, ensure compliance, and mentor staff while driving clinical ex...
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Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)
$90K - $124K *
Unlock potential by leading nursing education and infection control initiatives. Collaborate with the Director of Nursing to enhance staff training and compliance in a skilled nursing environment, ens...
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Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)
$90K - $107K *
Transform nursing education by developing and implementing training programs, overseeing infection control, and supporting management functions to enhance care quality and compliance in a skilled nurs...
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Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)
$90K - $107K *
Join a dedicated team to enhance nursing education and compliance, overseeing training programs and infection control initiatives while supporting management functions in a skilled nursing environment...
2 weeks ago
Travel Director of Nursing | DON | RN
$80K - $95K *
Transform nursing services by overseeing quality care for residents, managing a dedicated team, and ensuring compliance with health standards. Lead with passion and expertise in a supportive environme...
2 weeks ago
Travel Director of Nursing | DON | RN
$80K - $95K *
Lead the nursing team in delivering exceptional care to residents while overseeing operations and ensuring quality standards. This role offers mentorship and growth opportunities in a supportive envir...
2 weeks ago
Travel Director of Nursing | DON | RN
$80K - $95K *
Grow your career with a dynamic role overseeing nursing services, ensuring quality care for residents. Lead a dedicated team, manage operations, and enhance your professional development in a supporti...
2 weeks ago
RN Director of Nursing Professional Development
$120K - $238K *
Champion professional development within the Nursing and Patient Care Services teams. Lead the assessment, planning, and execution of educational programs, enhancing associate performance, adherence t...
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Regional Director of Nursing - Orange County
$150K - $160K *
Optimize nursing services across multiple programs, ensuring quality care and compliance. Collaborate with nursing staff and administrators to enhance training, supervision, and operational efficiency...
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$85K - $100K *
Join a team that's dedicated to delivering high-quality health care services. Lead and support a nursing team, ensuring compliance with medical standards while promoting the welfare of individuals und...
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RN Assistant Director of Nursing
$80K - $95K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing resident care by leading nursing operations, mentoring staff, and driving compliance. Play a key role in fostering a culture of excellence and compassion in l...
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RN Assistant Director of Nursing
$87K - $88K *
Champion a collaborative nursing environment by leading and mentoring staff, ensuring clinical excellence, and stepping in during busy moments to support team operations in a skilled nursing setting...
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RN Assistant Director of Nursing
$92K - $95K *
Lead the charge in enhancing clinical excellence by mentoring nursing teams, overseeing operations, and implementing innovative practices to improve resident outcomes in a compassionate care environme...
3 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Transform patient care as a Director of Operations (RN), leading a dedicated team to deliver exceptional hospice services. Oversee operations, ensuring quality and safety while fostering professional...
4 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Lead the coordination and implementation of hospice services, ensuring high-quality patient care while managing a dedicated care team in a safe and cost-effective manner...
3 weeks ago
$150K - $160K *
Inspire excellence in nursing leadership by guiding a dedicated team to deliver high-quality patient care while ensuring compliance with regulations and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration...
2 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Elevate nursing education by managing faculty recruitment and mentoring. Ensure compliance with regulations while enhancing student retention and academic progress through innovative instructional met...
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Director of Med/Surg - Registered Nurse (RN)
$95K - $115K *
Shape the future of medical-surgical nursing by leading operations, developing standards, and fostering a culture of excellence while ensuring compliance and quality patient care...
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$120K - $145K *
Lead transformative home health operations, ensuring high-quality patient care while driving growth and compliance across multiple branches. Build and inspire teams to achieve excellence in clinical a...
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Director of Nursing Care - LTC
$103K - $110K *
Drive excellence in nursing care by leading a dedicated team, ensuring high-quality patient outcomes, and fostering a compassionate environment that aligns with our values and objectives in a healthca...
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$85K - $100K *
Lead a dedicated nursing team, ensuring compliance and quality care while managing departmental operations and staff development in a supportive environment focused on resident well-being and regulato...
1 week ago
Director of Staff Development DSD
$95K - $115K *
Lead the charge in developing and delivering comprehensive staff training and onboarding programs, ensuring compliance with industry regulations while fostering a supportive environment for healthcare...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$81K *
Empower nursing operations by leading a dedicated team, ensuring quality care, compliance, and wellness coordination for individuals with diverse needs. Drive program growth and clinical oversight whi...
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Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)
$87K - $100K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing patient care through effective management of clinical systems, staff development, and compliance with healthcare regulations in a supportive environment...
1 week ago
$90K - $105K *
Lead the charge in nursing operations, ensuring clinical excellence and regulatory compliance while fostering a culture of patient-centered care and team development in a dynamic treatment environment...
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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.