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Leadership & Administration

Director of Nursing / Nurse Director

Leads multiple nursing units or service lines, driving quality, safety, and strategic initiatives across departments.

Salary Range

$100,000 – $140,000

Education

MSN required; DNP preferred

Next Steps

VP Nursing, Associate CNO, CNO

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead multiple units or service lines
  • Drive quality and patient experience goals
  • Develop and manage departmental budgets
  • Partner with physicians and hospital executives
  • Coach and develop frontline managers

Work Settings

HospitalsHealth Systems

Certifications

NEA-BCCENP

Career Advancement

VP Nursing, Associate CNO, CNO

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