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 PN
$87K - $106K *
Shape the future of nursing education by leading faculty development and student success initiatives. Collaborate with administration and faculty to enhance program delivery and clinical coordination...
Today
Assistant Director of Nursing/ Infection Preventionist
$100K - $120K *
Lead the charge in nursing operations and infection prevention, empowering teams to deliver exceptional care. Collaborate with staff to enhance resident safety and quality, while fostering a supportiv...
2 weeks ago
Assistant Director of Nursing - LPN Program
$82K - $94K *
Shape the future of nursing education by leading faculty development and program coordination. Collaborate with administration, faculty, and students to enhance the LPN program and ensure effective co...
4 weeks ago
Director of Nursing - Assisted Living
$80K - $95K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing resident wellness through effective leadership, clinical care coordination, and community engagement, ensuring optimal health outcomes and a supportive enviro...
Reposted 1 week ago
Interim Director of Nursing - Full-Time
$85K - $100K *
Oversee nursing services across multiple facilities, ensuring compliance and quality care during leadership transitions. Support teams with training and management while adapting to travel and flexibl...
Today
$110K *
Join a dynamic team to enhance nursing services, mentor staff, and ensure compliance in a skilled nursing facility. This role combines leadership with hands-on care, fostering a positive environment f...
Reposted 4 days ago
$100K - $120K *
Join a dynamic team as a Chief Nurse, leading comprehensive spinal cord injury programs. Drive clinical excellence, manage nursing personnel, and collaborate across disciplines to enhance patient care...
Today
Director of Nursing - Emergency Department - Albuquerque, NM
$114K - $158K *
Champion a high-acuity Emergency Department, overseeing operations, staffing, and quality initiatives while fostering a collaborative culture and enhancing patient care in a dynamic healthcare environ...
2 days ago
Nurse Director, Hospital - Maternal Child Health
$222K - $257K *
Transform healthcare delivery by leading maternal child health initiatives, optimizing patient care systems, and fostering collaboration among clinical teams to ensure safety and quality across multip...
2 weeks ago
Assistant Director of Nursing - $7,500 Sign-On Bonus!
$85K - $100K *
Advance nursing excellence by managing staff, ensuring compliance, and enhancing patient care. Collaborate with teams to implement quality improvement initiatives and maintain a safe, supportive envir...
1 week ago
$79K - $87K *
Unlock potential by joining a dedicated team focused on enhancing resident care through comprehensive assessments and collaboration with healthcare professionals. Drive quality outcomes in a supportiv...
Yesterday
Asst. Director of Nursing - Ambulatory Care
$136K - $150K *
Lead the charge in overseeing daily clinical operations in outpatient care, ensuring exceptional patient care quality, and fostering nursing staff development through effective supervision and collabo...
Reposted 1 week ago
Asst. Director of Nursing - Ambulatory Care
$136K - $150K *
Lead the charge in optimizing clinical operations and enhancing patient care in outpatient primary care. Oversee nursing teams, manage staffing, and drive continuous performance improvement while ensu...
Reposted 1 week ago
Registered Nurse (RN) Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)
$80K - $95K *
Champion quality resident care by leading nursing staff and managing resources. Collaborate with medical teams to ensure compliance with care standards while fostering a respectful environment for res...
Yesterday
MDS Coordinator - Registered Nurse Assessment Coordinator (RNAC)
$90K - $102K *
Shape the future of resident care by leading MDS assessments and collaborating with a dedicated interdisciplinary team to ensure compliance and quality in healthcare delivery...
Yesterday
$80K - $95K *
Elevate the standard of resident care by supervising nursing staff, ensuring compliance with regulations, and fostering a supportive environment. Drive quality assessments and enhance resident well-be...
1 week ago
Interim Director of Nursing Services
$80K - $95K *
Transform the nursing department by leading a dedicated team, enhancing patient care, and driving quality improvement initiatives while ensuring compliance and effective resource management...
1 week ago
Interim Director of Nursing Services
$85K - $100K *
Champion nursing excellence by leading the department, enhancing patient care, and fostering team development while ensuring compliance and efficient resource management...
1 week ago
Interim Director of Nursing Services
$80K - $95K *
Transform nursing services by leading administrative efforts, managing budgets, and developing teams to enhance resident care and promote continuous improvement in a collaborative environment...
1 week ago
$128K - $217K *
Empower clinical excellence as a leader in nursing management, overseeing care areas to enhance patient experience, staff development, and quality outcomes. Collaborate with teams to achieve strategic...
3 weeks ago
$128K - $217K *
Advance your career by providing clinical leadership in acute care, ensuring excellence in patient service and staff development. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to achieve organizational goa...
3 weeks ago
$105K - $115K *
Lead the charge in delivering exceptional hospice care by guiding a dedicated team of clinicians. Collaborate with interdisciplinary professionals to enhance patient support, ensure compliance, and fo...
1 week ago
$90K - $100K *
Champion holistic patient care by leading an interdisciplinary team, ensuring compliance, and fostering collaboration among clinicians, families, and providers to enhance quality of life in hospice se...
1 week ago
Assistant Director of Nursing RN
$87K - $93K *
Inspire excellence in patient care by leading a dedicated nursing team, ensuring compliance with best practices, and fostering a culture of compassion and teamwork to enhance the overall patient exper...
3 weeks ago
Director of Nursing, Laguna Honda Hospital (0943 Manager VIII)
$243K - $310K *
Transform your career by leading nursing operations at a premier healthcare facility. Drive clinical excellence, ensure regulatory compliance, and enhance resident care through innovative programs and...
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.