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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$106K - $115K *
Join our team to lead nursing staff, ensuring high-quality patient care while managing operations, developing policies, and fostering collaboration among healthcare professionals for an optimal care e...
5 days ago
Assistant Director of Nursing Registered Nurse
$88K - $105K *
Transform clinical services by leading program development, ensuring quality care, and managing staffing activities. Collaborate with staff to implement policies and enhance patient outcomes in a skil...
6 days ago
$113K - $150K *
Join a dynamic team to oversee clinical operations, ensuring quality care and effective treatment programs. Lead staff, manage resources, and drive improvements in client health outcomes within a supp...
4 days ago
Associate Director, Clinical Services - Remote
$113K - $197K *
Elevate healthcare quality by leading clinical operations across Skilled Nursing and Assisted Living. Drive compliance, enhance patient outcomes, and foster staff development while collaborating with...
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Nurse Manager (RN) - Service Line, PACU and Same Day Surgery
$90K - $110K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing patient care through strategic leadership and operational excellence. Oversee clinical operations, manage personnel, and drive quality improvement initiatives...
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Director of Clinical Quality & Systems RN
$84K - $105K *
Unlock potential by enhancing clinical systems and quality care across communities. Collaborate with leaders to optimize practices, ensure survey readiness, and drive improvements in patient safety an...
1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Optimize workplace culture by leading HR initiatives, recruiting talent, and fostering employee development. Collaborate with management to enhance training and maintain compliance, ensuring a positiv...
1 week ago
Clinical Nursing Manager - Operating Room
$85K - $100K *
Lead the charge in managing nursing operations, providing clinical leadership, and ensuring high-quality patient care while supporting and mentoring staff to achieve professional excellence...
1 week ago
Program Director, Vocational Nursing (VN) Program
$95K - $115K *
Champion the future of nursing education by leading a dynamic Vocational Nursing program, ensuring academic excellence, regulatory compliance, and student success through innovative strategies and ded...
2 weeks ago
$136K - $218K *
Transform patient care delivery by leading clinical nursing operations, ensuring compliance, and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration to achieve excellence in service and patient satisfaction...
4 weeks ago
$136K - $218K *
Drive excellence in clinical nursing management, overseeing patient care delivery, resource management, and compliance. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to enhance service quality and achieve...
4 weeks ago
Division Director, Home Health Services
$138K - $145K *
Transform home health services by providing strategic leadership and operational oversight. Drive financial performance, workforce development, and regulatory compliance while enhancing service qualit...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Assistant Regional Director of Clinical Services
$155K - $160K *
Advance your career by leading nursing clinical programs focused on Infection Control and Disease Prevention. Collaborate with facilities to ensure compliance with regulations and enhance nursing stan...
2 weeks ago
Director, Critical Care Services
$120K - $145K *
Lead the charge in enhancing critical care services at a premier Level 1 Trauma Center. Collaborate across departments to ensure exceptional patient care and promote a positive continuum of care, alig...
1 week ago
RN Nurse Supervisor/Working Nurse Manager
$85K - $100K *
Drive excellence in surgical nursing by overseeing multi-disciplinary teams, ensuring compliance with standards, and enhancing patient care quality while fostering a collaborative environment for staf...
Reposted 1 week ago
$85K - $90K *
Champion compassionate care by building trust with residents and families, assessing needs, and advocating for rights. Collaborate with a dedicated team to enhance quality of life and ensure smooth tr...
1 week ago
$114K - $144K *
Collaborate with healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care, ensuring optimal clinical outcomes and compliance with standards. Provide education, administer treatments, and supervise care whi...
2 weeks ago
$128K - $160K *
Lead the charge in overseeing clinical operations across multiple medical offices, ensuring high-quality patient care and efficient resource management while collaborating with physicians and administ...
1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Empower individuals by providing compassionate psychiatric nursing care. Collaborate with a dedicated team to enhance client rehabilitation, ensuring compliance with treatment plans and maintaining hi...
1 week ago
Executive Director Skilled Nursing Facility
$100K - $120K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing community well-being through strategic leadership and compassionate care. Drive operational excellence while fostering a values-driven culture in skilled nurs...
Reposted 4 days ago
HOUSE SUPERVISOR - REGISTERED NURSE
$85K - $100K *
Join a dynamic healthcare team dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care through effective management of nursing services during your assigned shift, ensuring quality and safety in a fast-paced...
2 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Champion nursing excellence by leading staff and coordinating care activities, ensuring compliance with policies and safety standards while fostering effective communication for optimal patient outcom...
2 days ago
Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) Mary Bridge Children's
$264K - $326K *
Transform pediatric care by leading nursing excellence and operational strategy across a premier children's hospital network. Drive quality, safety, and patient experience while fostering collaboratio...
1 month ago
$104K - $114K *
Oversee and coordinate nursing staff within a dedicated unit, ensuring quality care and fostering a positive environment. Play a key role in developing care plans and collaborating with teams to enhan...
1 week ago
$102K - $160K *
Take ownership of the medical staff services department, ensuring compliance, education, and operational excellence while fostering collaboration between medical and executive leadership to enhance pa...
3 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.