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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Search Director of Nursing jobs to compare opportunities, review role requirements, and identify positions suited to your background. Create or update your profile, highlight measurable results in nursing leadership and patient care, and set job alerts to hear about relevant openings.

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$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of patient care by overseeing nursing operations, ensuring compliance with regulations, and maintaining high-quality standards. Lead a dedicated team while fostering a supportive envi...

2 weeks ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Lead nursing excellence by overseeing standards, practices, and policies in a dynamic healthcare environment. Collaborate with leadership to ensure quality patient care and efficient nursing operation...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Lead nursing excellence by overseeing standards and practices across a 222-bed specialty hospital. Collaborate with leadership to ensure quality patient care, manage budgets, and drive performance imp...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in nursing excellence by overseeing standards and practices, ensuring quality patient care, and collaborating with hospital leadership to enhance nursing services and staff development...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $165K *

Grow your career with a leadership role that shapes patient care, drives quality improvement, and fosters interdisciplinary collaboration in a dynamic healthcare environment...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Lead the strategic direction and operational excellence of nursing services, fostering a culture of clinical accountability, mentoring leaders, and driving quality initiatives to enhance patient-cente...

2 weeks ago

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

$105K - $122K *

Join us in providing quality healthcare to inmates while leading a dedicated nursing team. Oversee operations, ensure compliance with health standards, and enhance patient safety in a correctional env...

4 days ago

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

$105K - $122K *

Lead the delivery of quality healthcare in a correctional setting, overseeing nursing staff and ensuring operational efficiency. Collaborate with health services to maintain high standards of patient...

5 days ago

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

$98K - $102K *

Innovate transformative ABA services for children with autism, leading clinical excellence and mentorship. Drive program development and collaboration with educators and families to enhance individual...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K *

Shape the future of residential services for individuals with disabilities by providing strategic leadership and operational oversight. Drive compliance, financial performance, and community engagemen...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K *

Make your mark at a dynamic healthcare facility by providing compassionate care, building relationships, and utilizing your clinical skills to enhance residents' lives while enjoying flexible scheduli...

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

$106K - $114K *

Join a dedicated team as a Registered Nurse Supervisor, overseeing resident care, ensuring compliance with nursing standards, and fostering a compassionate environment. Utilize your clinical expertise...

2 weeks ago

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

$106K - $114K *

Transform resident care by leading a skilled nursing team, ensuring compliance with standards, and fostering a compassionate environment that promotes independence and well-being for all residents...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Take ownership of nursing services, ensuring quality care and compliance with regulations while leading a dedicated clinical team to enhance resident health and satisfaction...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of nursing services by leading a dedicated team, ensuring compliance, and enhancing quality care for residents in a supportive health campus environment. Drive excellence in clinical...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$105K - $120K *

Optimize nursing operations by supporting clinical leadership, empowering teams, and ensuring high-quality, compassionate care for residents in a collaborative environment. Drive excellence in nursing...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$136K - $150K *

Lead the clinical and administrative functions of nursing units, ensuring high-quality patient care and resource efficiency. Collaborate with senior management to develop policies, evaluate services...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$136K - $150K *

Contribute to high-quality patient care by directing clinical and administrative functions in nursing units. Collaborate with leadership to implement policies, evaluate services, and develop effective...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$92K - $110K *

Empower nursing excellence by leading operations, ensuring quality care, and fostering a collaborative environment. Drive strategic initiatives while managing resources effectively to enhance client o...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Transform nursing leadership by ensuring safe, effective care delivery while managing operations, staffing, and compliance in a behavioral health setting. Collaborate with teams to enhance client outc...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Elevate surgical services by providing strategic leadership, ensuring optimal patient care, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency while fostering staff development and financial oversight...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$108K - $160K *

Lead the charge in delivering exceptional patient care as you oversee the Emergency Room's nursing operations, ensuring compliance and fostering a professional environment while driving growth and qua...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $145K *

Elevate your career as you join a collaborative therapy team, making impactful decisions while balancing management training and patient care in a supportive environment focused on growth and exceptio...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $90K *

Drive the development and execution of social services programs, leading a dedicated team to enhance resident care and ensure seamless transitions within a skilled nursing environment. Collaborate acr...

1 week ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by guiding clinical personnel in ambulatory settings, ensuring compliance and quality standards. Collaborate with leaders to enhance nursing practices and evaluate learning needs, fos...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 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.