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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$104K - $109K *

Transform nursing care by leading a dedicated team, ensuring high-quality services and compliance in a dynamic rehabilitation environment. Drive excellence in patient care while fostering a supportive...

2 weeks ago

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

$78K - $83K *

Join a dynamic team providing essential nursing care to pediatric patients. Collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure quality patient experiences and effective care coordination in a fast-pa...

Yesterday

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

$80K - $95K *

Manage and lead the nursing department, ensuring quality care and compliance. Develop and implement services while coordinating transitions for residents. Collaborate with team members to promote best...

Reposted today

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

$110K - $120K *

Shape the future of clinical nutrition by leading patient services across multiple acute care facilities. Drive excellence in patient care, foster teamwork, and implement innovative programs while adv...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in delivering exceptional resident care in Assisted Living and Memory Care. Oversee clinical services, ensuring compliance and quality standards while supporting a dedicated team in a...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $90K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing the lives of adults with autism. In this leadership role, you'll mentor clinicians, innovate programs, and collaborate with experts to deliver top-tier ABA se...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Lead and inspire a dedicated mental health team, ensuring high-quality behavioral healthcare in a correctional setting. Oversee clinical operations, collaborate with multidisciplinary partners, and en...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$92K - $138K *

Drive the daily operations of Medical Staff Services, ensuring compliance with standards and regulations while supporting staff development and quality improvement initiatives. Collaborate with leader...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Elevate nursing excellence by supervising clinical staff and ensuring quality care. Collaborate with leadership to maintain compliance and foster a compassionate environment for residents while drivin...

Yesterday

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

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of client care by supervising nursing staff, ensuring compliance with standards, and enhancing service delivery through education and support initiatives. Drive client satisfaction an...

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Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $155K *

Unlock potential by leading clinical initiatives for employer health programs across a vast network. Collaborate with teams to ensure quality service delivery, monitor performance, and drive improveme...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $155K *

Advance your career by leading clinical initiatives for employer health programs. Collaborate with teams to ensure effective service delivery across a network of health centers, enhancing healthcare a...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $155K *

Champion the clinical rollout of employer health programs, ensuring quality service delivery across a network of health centers. Collaborate with teams to address challenges, enhance workflows, and su...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $155K *

Drive the clinical rollout of employer health programs across a network of health centers. Collaborate with teams to ensure service delivery, monitor program effectiveness, and address challenges to e...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $155K *

Elevate healthcare access by leading clinical program rollouts across a network of health centers. Collaborate with teams to ensure quality service delivery and address operational challenges, enhanci...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $97K *

Manage and enhance nursing operations, ensuring top-tier patient care and staff development. Collaborate with leadership to foster a supportive environment and maintain high standards in a skilled nur...

Today

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

$79K - $89K *

Inspire excellence in resident care by leading a dedicated clinical team, ensuring high standards of care delivery, and fostering a supportive environment for both staff and residents. Drive continuou...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $150K *

Elevate nursing standards and patient care in the Cath Lab, overseeing operations, budget management, and staff development while ensuring high-quality, individualized care and collaboration with phys...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Champion clinical excellence by leading a dedicated team in delivering high-quality treatment services at a Psychiatric Residential Treatment Facility, ensuring compliance and fostering professional d...

6 days ago

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

$85K - $100K *

Lead the charge in delivering exceptional clinical services by supervising social workers and therapists, ensuring compliance with regulations, and fostering a collaborative environment for optimal pa...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $100K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing clinical services through effective supervision and leadership. Oversee social work practices, ensure compliance with regulations, and foster a collaborative...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $145K *

Champion a transformative nursing environment by leading a dedicated team in delivering exceptional behavioral healthcare. Drive clinical excellence, foster professional growth, and enhance patient ou...

3 weeks ago

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

$120K - $150K *

Lead the charge in advancing nursing excellence, managing staff, and ensuring high-quality patient care while implementing strategic improvements and compliance across multiple healthcare units for op...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in delivering exceptional nursing care as a Unit Manager. Foster teamwork and engagement while overseeing nursing staff in a long-term care unit that encourages growth and excellence i...

Reposted yesterday

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

$80K - $95K *

Transform infection prevention strategies as a key coordinator, ensuring compliance and enhancing patient safety across a comprehensive healthcare system. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to m...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

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.