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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Regional Director, Clinical Partnerships
$105K - $110K *
Drive the growth of clinical partnerships to enhance nursing education, securing placements and fostering relationships with healthcare providers across multiple markets, while collaborating with inte...
2 days ago
$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in directing nursing practice and patient care operations, ensuring clinical excellence and operational efficiency across Surgical Services and the Emergency Department in a dynamic he...
2 weeks ago
Director of Rehabilitation, DOR
$130K - $150K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing rehabilitation services by leading a multidisciplinary therapy department, ensuring high-quality care, and fostering professional growth in a collaborative en...
3 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Advance operational excellence by providing strategic leadership and oversight for assigned departments, ensuring compliance, financial performance, and staff development to enhance patient satisfacti...
1 week ago
$95K - $115K *
Transform operations by providing strategic leadership and oversight across departments. Drive business strategy, enhance market development, and ensure compliance while fostering a collaborative envi...
1 week ago
$88K - $105K *
Deliver strategic leadership in operational management, ensuring efficiency, quality, and compliance across departments while driving business growth and enhancing patient satisfaction through effecti...
1 week ago
$79K - $83K *
Lead a compassionate nursing team to deliver exceptional resident care while ensuring compliance with standards and regulations. Foster a supportive environment that prioritizes clinical excellence an...
Reposted 1 week ago
$79K - $83K *
Pioneer exceptional nursing care by leading a compassionate team, ensuring regulatory compliance, and enhancing resident well-being through skilled management and clinical expertise...
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Registered Nurse Supervisor/Charge Nurse
$98K *
Transform patient care by leading a dedicated nursing team, ensuring high-quality service delivery, and implementing effective care plans for individuals with developmental disabilities in a skilled n...
2 weeks ago
Director Nursing Operations Emergency Department
$100K - $120K *
Champion nursing excellence by leading ED operations, enhancing patient care, and fostering staff development. Drive quality outcomes and operational performance while ensuring compliance and high sat...
4 weeks ago
Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) - RN, Home Health
$80K - $95K *
Support clinical oversight and staff coordination while ensuring compliance and quality improvement in home health operations. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient care and main...
1 month ago
Director of Clinical Education (RN)
$80K - $85K *
Drive clinical excellence by leading education initiatives and infection control programs. Support nursing staff through training and mentorship while participating in on-call rotations and enhancing...
1 week ago
Director of Clinical Services - RN
$80K - $95K *
Elevate your career by leading a dedicated hospice team, ensuring exceptional patient care and compliance. Collaborate with professionals to enhance quality outcomes in a supportive environment focuse...
1 week ago
Director of Critical Care Nursing
$110K - $130K *
Join a dynamic healthcare team as you lead the Intensive Care Unit and Respiratory Therapy Department, driving operational excellence and compliance while fostering staff development and enhancing pat...
Today
$85K - $100K *
Lead the charge in delivering exceptional nursing care while managing operations, ensuring compliance, and fostering a collaborative environment. Drive strategic initiatives and enhance patient outcom...
Reposted 5 days ago
Director of Intake (Registered Nurse)
$80K - $95K *
Play a key role in leading the Intake Coordination team, ensuring efficient operations and collaboration with business development. Drive quality care and support through effective leadership and comm...
2 weeks ago
Assistant Nurse Manager- Registered Nurse (RN)
$102K - $107K *
Shape patient care excellence by leading nursing teams, ensuring quality outcomes, and enhancing operational efficiency in a collaborative environment. Take ownership of clinical processes and support...
1 week ago
$90K - $105K *
Lead clinical excellence by overseeing nursing operations, ensuring quality patient care, compliance, and staff development in a dynamic home health environment. Drive improvements and foster a cultur...
3 weeks ago
$78K - $92K *
Engage in leading nursing staff while ensuring high-quality care and overseeing operational excellence. Join a dynamic team focused on enhancing patient outcomes through effective leadership and dedic...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$104K - $194K *
Transform clinical operations by leading nursing teams, enhancing staff competency, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Drive excellence in patient care through effective communication, strategic plan...
Reposted yesterday
$104K - $194K *
Lead the charge in developing nursing teams and enhancing clinical performance. Drive staff competency through training, policy implementation, and effective communication, ensuring a culture of excel...
Reposted yesterday
$110K - $130K *
Drive operational excellence by leading clinical departments, managing budgets, and enhancing patient satisfaction. Collaborate with staff and leadership to ensure quality care and continuous improvem...
1 week ago
$90K - $110K *
Shape the future of patient care by leading nursing operations across multiple departments, fostering clinical excellence, and enhancing staff development while ensuring quality and safety in a collab...
2 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Elevate nursing services by leading operations, ensuring quality care, and fostering team development in a skilled nursing facility. Collaborate with staff and families to enhance patient experiences...
3 weeks ago
$90K - $110K *
Empower nursing excellence by leading operations and enhancing patient care in a skilled nursing facility. Collaborate with teams to ensure quality service delivery and compliance while fostering a cu...
3 weeks 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.