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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Hospital Senior Director of Nursing, Medicine
$187K - $243K *
Join a team that's dedicated to clinical excellence and leadership in nursing. Oversee multiple departments, drive quality improvements, and foster a culture of collaboration and innovation to enhance...
3 weeks ago
$94K - $100K *
Champion a compassionate team as a Clinical Director, leading patient care initiatives, ensuring compliance, and fostering growth in a supportive hospice environment. Collaborate with interdisciplinar...
2 weeks ago
Director of Rehab (DOR) - Havana
$80K - $95K *
Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional rehabilitation services. Oversee operations, manage a skilled team, and ensure compliance with clinical standards while driving positive patient...
1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Engage in nursing leadership to enhance care quality and team functionality. Support the Director of Nursing by overseeing compliance, employee relations, and cooperative union engagements while manag...
Reposted 3 days ago
1099 Interim Registered Nurse OR Manager
$156K - $188K *
Oversee operations of the Operating Room, ensuring compliance, safety, and efficiency. Lead and mentor staff, coordinate surgical schedules, and implement quality initiatives to optimize patient outco...
Reposted 1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Lead the charge in delivering exceptional care by supervising nursing staff, ensuring efficient operations, and fostering a positive environment for residents and team members alike...
3 weeks ago
$79K - $91K *
Inspire excellence in nursing leadership by overseeing clinical operations, ensuring high-quality care, and fostering a collaborative environment. Lead a dedicated team to achieve exceptional client o...
5 days ago
RN Program Coordinator, Perinatal Labor and Delivery
$85K - $100K *
Lead the charge in advancing maternal and newborn care through data-driven initiatives and quality improvement. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to enhance outcomes and maintain certifications...
3 weeks ago
Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)
$80K - $95K *
Champion high-quality resident care by partnering with clinical leaders to enhance operational excellence, mentor nursing staff, and ensure compliance with regulations while driving continuous improve...
3 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Inspire excellence in nursing practices while overseeing the nursing team and ensuring quality patient care. Leverage leadership skills to foster an environment that promotes growth and operational ef...
Reposted 3 days ago
Senior Director, Nursing Administration
$77K - $89K *
Drive your career with strategic leadership in nursing education, overseeing curriculum, faculty development, and student success initiatives. Collaborate with academic leaders to enhance program qual...
1 week ago
$141K - $211K *
Elevate patient care by supervising nursing operations, ensuring compliance with standards, and coordinating clinical activities. Lead a dedicated team while managing patient flow and providing educat...
4 weeks ago
Director Registered Nurse Home Care
$100K - $120K *
Transform the Tucson Home Health market by leading a team of 25+ clinicians, overseeing patient care for 110-125 individuals daily, and driving growth and quality initiatives in a collaborative enviro...
3 weeks ago
$120K - $139K *
Lead the charge in overseeing rehabilitation services, empowering a dedicated team to enhance patient recovery while ensuring high standards of care and fostering collaboration within the facility...
1 week ago
Assistant Director of Nursing - ADN Program
$87K - $110K *
Optimize nursing education by leading program administration, faculty development, and student engagement. Collaborate with faculty to enhance learning outcomes and ensure a transformative educational...
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Assistant Director of Nursing - ADN Program
$87K - $110K *
Grow your career with a dynamic nursing leadership role, overseeing ADN program administration, faculty support, and student engagement. Drive innovative teaching methods and enhance learning outcomes...
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Assistant Chief Nursing Officer
$108K - $130K *
Unlock your leadership potential by driving patient-centered care and operational excellence. Collaborate with executive teams to enhance nursing practices, improve patient experiences, and foster a c...
2 weeks ago
Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)
$80K - $95K *
Lead the charge in enhancing nursing operations by overseeing staff training, scheduling, and performance evaluations while ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations and budget management...
3 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Advance your nursing career by leading a dedicated team, ensuring high-quality patient care, and fostering staff development in a dynamic healthcare environment. Make a meaningful impact on patient ou...
1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Advance patient care by leading a dedicated nursing team, ensuring high-quality treatment and services while fostering staff development and celebrating patient successes in a dynamic healthcare envir...
Reposted 1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Champion exceptional nursing care by leading a dedicated team, ensuring quality treatment, and fostering staff development while celebrating patient successes in a dynamic healthcare environment...
2 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional nursing care while leading and mentoring staff. Oversee patient services, ensure compliance, and foster a culture of excellence in a dynamic heal...
2 weeks ago
$85K - $100K *
Champion exceptional nursing care by leading a dedicated team, ensuring quality treatment, and fostering staff development while celebrating patient successes in a dynamic healthcare environment...
1 month ago
Assistant Director of Nusring (Full-time)
$125K *
Engage your leadership skills to oversee nursing staff, ensuring compliance and quality care in a skilled nursing facility. Drive operational excellence while supporting resident health and staff deve...
2 weeks ago
Senior Vice President, Nursing
$180K - $220K *
Oversee strategic nursing leadership across a multi-state behavioral health system, ensuring operational excellence, quality care, and workforce effectiveness while fostering a culture of safety and c...
2 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.