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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$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading clinical operations in hospice care, ensuring high-quality patient services, compliance, and team development. Drive operational success while fostering compassionate end-o...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Transform healthcare by leading nursing operations and ensuring quality outcomes. Drive strategic initiatives, enhance workforce engagement, and uphold regulatory standards in a dynamic behavioral hea...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Elevate your career by leading nursing operations with accountability across services, driving patient-centered care, and fostering collaboration within interdisciplinary teams to enhance healthcare d...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in delivering high-quality nursing care while supervising staff, ensuring compliance with regulations, and fostering professional development in a collaborative environment focused on...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading critical care nursing teams to enhance patient outcomes. Drive excellence in clinical practices while fostering a collaborative environment. Shape the future of healthcare...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Transform healthcare by leading nursing excellence in a dynamic rehabilitation environment. Drive patient care initiatives, foster teamwork, and ensure quality outcomes while empowering staff to achie...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$92K - $110K *

Lead transformative nursing practices by managing staff and ensuring quality patient care. Drive operational excellence while fostering a collaborative environment that aligns with organizational goal...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$90K - $110K *

Unlock potential by leading nursing teams to deliver high-quality, cost-effective patient care while ensuring compliance with healthcare standards and fostering a culture of continuous improvement and...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$122K - $168K *

Champion critical care nursing services by overseeing ICU operations, ensuring compliance, and enhancing patient care through effective management and collaboration with staff and physicians...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$80K - $95K *

Champion innovative nursing leadership to enhance patient care across multidisciplinary teams, ensuring compliance and optimal outcomes in a dynamic healthcare environment. Drive excellence in clinica...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$102K - $196K *

Transform patient care delivery by leading ambulatory orthopedic services, ensuring high-quality, evidence-based care while fostering staff development and collaboration across disciplines to enhance...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in enhancing clinical excellence by managing a dedicated team, ensuring compliance, and driving strategic initiatives to improve patient care and operational efficiency in a dynamic he...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Make your mark at the forefront of nursing leadership, overseeing clinical operations and ensuring compliance across multiple facilities while fostering a culture of excellence in care and staff devel...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$85K - $112K *

Elevate your career by fostering relationships and managing rehab services. Oversee productivity, assess patient needs, and lead clinical programs while ensuring compliance and enhancing team collabor...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that drives excellence in patient care through strategic leadership and operational oversight across multiple acute care services, ensuring high-quality nursing practices and interdiscipli...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$88K - $105K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering high-quality patient care, overseeing nursing staff, and ensuring compliance during your assigned shift while providing administrative support in leadership...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$88K - $105K *

Advance patient care by overseeing nursing operations, ensuring compliance, and supporting staff. Lead administrative decisions in the absence of senior leadership while fostering a safe environment f...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by stepping into a leadership role where you will guide a clinical team to ensure high-quality, patient-centered care in a long-term care setting while fostering professional developm...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$85K - $100K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing patient care in hospice services. Lead with compassion and expertise, ensuring compliance and quality in a supportive environment while managing a skilled tea...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$150K - $180K *

Manage and coordinate patient scheduling and inventory control while enhancing operational efficiency. Collaborate across departments to develop business strategies, oversee budgets, and maintain comp...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering high-quality patient care in the medical-surgical department. Lead operations, foster collaboration, and drive continuous improvement while ensuring complian...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$88K - $105K *

Optimize patient care quality and safety through strategic leadership, data-driven initiatives, and collaboration with healthcare teams to enhance service delivery and compliance with regulatory stand...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$115K - $125K *

Lead a dedicated nursing team to deliver high-quality care, promote clinical excellence, and foster a culture of compassion and continuous improvement in a supportive environment...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Director of Nursing do?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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.