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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$110K *

Lead a dedicated nursing team, ensuring high-quality resident care and compliance. Provide clinical oversight and mentorship during night shifts, fostering a collaborative environment while addressing...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in delivering exceptional home healthcare by overseeing clinical operations, ensuring compliance, and supporting a dedicated team of nursing and therapy professionals to enhance patien...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Lead a dynamic nursing team, optimizing operations and ensuring high-quality patient care while fostering a supportive environment and maintaining compliance with safety standards...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $105K *

Empower your career by leading the nursing program's strategic direction, ensuring accreditation compliance, and fostering academic excellence. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance educational qua...

2 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Manage nursing operations by supporting team development, ensuring compliance, and fostering communication between staff and leadership. This role combines clinical expertise with leadership responsib...

5 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Engage in leadership by supporting nursing operations, fostering team development, and ensuring compliance with clinical standards. This role combines clinical expertise with management responsibiliti...

5 days ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Transform nursing services by leading strategic initiatives, fostering clinical excellence, and enhancing employee engagement. Drive quality improvement and ensure regulatory compliance while mentorin...

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Shape your career by leading a dedicated nursing team to deliver exceptional patient care in a dynamic medical-surgical environment, ensuring compliance with standards and fostering interdisciplinary...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Pioneer excellence in patient care by leading a dedicated nursing team, ensuring high-quality, Veteran-centered services through effective collaboration, resource management, and continuous improvemen...

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

$100K - $120K *

Champion exceptional hospice care by leading clinical services, guiding teams, and ensuring compliance with quality standards. Drive organizational goals while enhancing patient and family experiences...

2 weeks ago

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

$127K - $165K *

Take ownership of patient care delivery in the Operating Room, ensuring quality standards and staff performance while managing unit operations and budget. Collaborate with healthcare teams to enhance...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Empower our nursing team to deliver exceptional patient care while fostering a culture of clinical excellence and continuous improvement. Lead with confidence, advocate for staff, and enhance patient...

4 weeks ago

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

$110K - $120K *

Lead our hospice program by overseeing operations, ensuring compliance, and fostering relationships. Drive growth and quality care while managing a dedicated team to support patients and families duri...

2 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Transform healthcare delivery by leading nursing services, ensuring high-quality patient care, compliance with regulations, and fostering staff development in a dynamic environment. Drive operational...

3 weeks ago

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

$131K - $209K *

Lead operational and nursing activities across multiple sites, ensuring high-quality, patient-centered care. Oversee infusion operations, manage budgets, and enhance service delivery while fostering c...

1 week ago

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

$85K - $100K *

Drive the operational excellence of surgical services, ensuring high-quality patient care through effective leadership, collaboration, and continuous improvement across pre-operative, intra-operative...

Reposted 2 days ago

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

$85K - $100K *

Lead nursing services by overseeing operations, ensuring quality care, and fostering staff development. Collaborate with teams to enhance patient outcomes while maintaining compliance with healthcare...

3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Elevate your career by providing clinical and administrative leadership, ensuring high standards of patient care while collaborating with medical staff and nursing personnel to drive strategic initiat...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$213K - $246K *

Lead the charge in optimizing patient care delivery systems across multiple locations. Collaborate with healthcare teams to ensure compliance, enhance quality, and drive operational excellence while f...

1 week ago

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

$171K - $198K *

Elevate patient care by managing clinical operations, fostering collaboration, and ensuring compliance with healthcare standards. Lead teams to optimize resource utilization and enhance service delive...

2 weeks ago

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

$114K - $172K *

Join us to provide 24-hour clinical and administrative leadership in nursing services. Drive innovative staffing solutions and enhance patient care while ensuring compliance with policies and fosterin...

3 weeks ago

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

$160K *

Elevate clinical excellence by leading multiple skilled nursing facilities, ensuring compliance and high-quality resident care while mentoring diverse teams and driving operational improvements across...

2 weeks ago

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

$120K - $130K *

Drive efficient management of clinical operations while ensuring high-quality care delivery and staff development. Engage in strategic planning and marketing to enhance service visibility and meet bud...

Massachusetts, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $105K *

Elevate your career as a clinical leader driving population health initiatives. Manage high-risk patient populations, improve care quality, and ensure effective transitions of care through data-inform...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $105K *

Join a dynamic team as a clinical leader driving population health initiatives. Oversee high-risk patient management, enhance care quality, and implement data-driven strategies to improve outcomes in...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.