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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$100K - $120K *
Lead the charge in managing nursing operations, ensuring compliance with regulations and delivering high-quality resident care while fostering teamwork and maintaining operational excellence within th...
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$112K - $116K *
Deliver exceptional patient care by ensuring accurate reimbursement and assessments. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop care plans and monitor patient conditions, while adhering to re...
2 weeks ago
Director of Resident Care - RN
$80K - $95K *
Transform resident care by leading a dedicated nursing team, ensuring compliance with regulations, and enhancing the quality of life for residents through effective care management and staff training...
2 weeks ago
Registered Nurse (RN) Manager - Child & Adolescent Psych
$80K - $95K *
Join us to lead daily operations in a vibrant psychiatric facility, ensuring high-quality, patient-centered care. Drive nursing practices, foster teamwork, and make a meaningful impact on the recovery...
1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Empower your career with a dynamic role in nursing education, focusing on medical-surgical and geriatric nursing. Collaborate with professionals to enhance learning experiences and lead impactful educ...
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RN House Supervisor- Clinical Staffing Supervisor
$86K - $124K *
Transform clinical staffing operations by providing expert oversight and support during night shifts. Collaborate with leadership to ensure optimal patient care and resource allocation while addressin...
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$80K - $95K *
Manage clinical operations and lead nursing staff to ensure efficient patient care delivery. Oversee policy development, staff recruitment, and performance evaluation while maintaining compliance with...
3 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care through assessment, planning, and implementation. Utilize your nursing skills to enhance patient outcomes while collaborating with h...
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$80K - $95K *
Empower patient care by utilizing the nursing process to assess, plan, and implement treatment programs. Collaborate with healthcare teams to ensure optimal outcomes through effective communication an...
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$83K - $108K *
Join a team that's dedicated to empowering patients through exceptional rehabilitation services. Lead and mentor a compassionate clinical team while ensuring the highest standards of care and fosterin...
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$104K - $116K *
Transform rehabilitation services by leading a dedicated team of clinicians. Oversee patient care, mentor staff, and ensure high standards while fostering collaboration and adaptability to meet divers...
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$83K - $145K *
Lead the charge in rehabilitation services, overseeing a dedicated team of clinicians. Drive patient care excellence while mentoring staff and ensuring compliance with standards. Collaborate effective...
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$69K - $98K *
Lead the charge in enhancing patient rehabilitation by overseeing a dedicated team, ensuring high-quality care, and fostering collaboration among clinicians to restore and improve patient abilities in...
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$87K - $105K *
Join a dedicated team to lead patient care and nursing operations, ensuring compliance and quality standards while collaborating with diverse healthcare professionals in a dynamic correctional environ...
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$88K - $105K *
Shape the future of patient care by supervising nursing staff, coordinating patient services, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams while ensuring compliance with healthcare standards and del...
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House Supervisor Nursing Supervisor
$85K - $100K *
Advance your nursing career by joining a supportive team focused on mentorship and professional growth. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver personalized patient care while enhancing y...
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$90K *
Empower a dedicated team to enhance senior care through community engagement, compliance, and patient growth. Lead initiatives that foster collaboration and ensure high-quality services while maintain...
3 weeks ago
Registered Nurse - Assistant Nurse Manager
$80K - $95K *
Lead nursing operations by supporting the Nurse Manager in overseeing unit activities, enhancing staff development, and ensuring high-quality patient care through collaboration and evidence-based prac...
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Registered Nurse - Assistant Nurse Manager
$80K - $95K *
Transform patient care by leading critical nursing initiatives, enhancing interdisciplinary collaboration, and driving innovative improvements in tele-critical care delivery to optimize outcomes and p...
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Registered Nurse - Assistant Nurse Manager
$80K - $95K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing patient care through tele-critical support. Collaborate with interdisciplinary professionals to improve outcomes and lead innovative initiatives in a dynamic...
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$80K - $95K *
Unlock potential by leading rehabilitation services, fostering collaboration, and enhancing staff development to ensure effective therapy delivery while building meaningful relationships with resident...
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$80K - $95K *
Lead the charge in delivering exceptional behavioral health care by managing nursing services, supervising staff, and ensuring patient safety. Collaborate with a dedicated team to provide comprehensiv...
1 week ago
$80K - $85K *
Shape the future of community services by leading 245D programs, ensuring compliance, fiscal oversight, and best practices while developing a high-performing leadership team to meet community needs an...
3 days ago
Interim Director of Nursing - Full-Time/Part-Time
$85K - $100K *
Lead the charge in nursing leadership as an Interim Director, overseeing nursing services across multiple facilities. Support teams during transitions while ensuring compliance and quality care for re...
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House Supervisor Nursing Administration
$95K - $115K *
Deliver high-quality, compassionate nursing care while collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to enhance patient outcomes. Utilize critical thinking and assessment skills to implement and adapt...
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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.