Director of Nursing Jobs in Elk Grove Village, IL

A Director of Nursing is a top-level executive in the health care industry, responsible for overseeing all nursing operations in a medical facility. Their primary responsibilities involve the management and supervision of the nursing staff, designing and implementing nursing policies and procedures, and ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations and standards. They are also tasked with fostering a positive work environment and promoting the continued education and training for nursing staff, as well as budget preparation and management.

To become a Director of Nursing, one must possess excellent leadership and administrative skills, as well as extensive knowledge and experience in the nursing field. They should be certified as a Registered Nurse (RN) and may also require further professional certification such as a Certified Nurse Executive (CNE). Other essential skills include strong decision-making, communication, and organizational abilities. Prior to becoming a Director of Nursing, a candidate may hold positions such as a Charge Nurse, Nursing Supervisor, or Nurse Manager, roles that offer relevant managerial and decision-making experience within a healthcare setting.

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Regional Chief Nursing Officer Great Lakes Region

  • La Grange, IL (17 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • La Grange, IL (17 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 2 days ago

GENERAL SUMMARY : The Regional Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) is responsible for advancing the clinical strategy, fostering clinical effectiveness and patient safety while delivering exceptional...

Chief Nursing Officer

  • Northbrook, IL (10 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Northbrook, IL (10 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Two years of recent (within the last 5 years) Nursing Management experience, with responsibilities including 24-hour accountability, FTE management, policy, procedure, and budgetary oversight, as well...

Permanent Chief Nursing Officer

  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Aya Healthcare has an immediate opening for an Permanent Chief Nursing Officer job in Chicago, Illinois paying $211.00 to $240.00 hourly. This is a 104 week contract position that requires at...

Nursing Director, Ambulatory Specialty Care/Clinical Practice

  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 3 days ago

management experience with a large scope of responsibility; and supervision of a large number of staff with at least Two (2) years of management experience in specialty care Three (3) years Director...

Director of Nursing

  • Schaumburg, IL (4 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (4 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 4 days ago

. * Minimum two (2) years RN experience with at least one (1) year experience in home health, assisted living, or long-term care environment preferred. * Minimum of one (1) year nursing management experience...

Assistant Director of Nursing

  • Woodridge, IL (19 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Woodridge, IL (19 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 5 days ago

Assistant Executive Director Can you be a real, true friend? Is it your nature to be open, listen deeply, know your heart, respond genuinely, and care as only a real friend cares? If so, we want...

ADON Health and Wellness Coordinator

  • Vernon Hills, IL (15 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Vernon Hills, IL (15 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 5 days ago

Overview: RN or LPN Required Flexible Schedule Required This position is similar to an Assistant Director of Nursing, so if you love leadership and managing a team, this is the role for you!...

Director of Nursing

  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 5 days ago

Description Job Title: Director of Nursing Location: South Chicago Clinic 9119 S....

Assistant Director Nursing

  • Lombard, IL (9 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Lombard, IL (9 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Five to seven years of nursing experienced in a long-term care facility preferred....

RN Assistant Director of Nursing

  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Responsibilities Assist in directing services, workflow and resources for assigned long-term care nursing area. Assist in developing, organizing and implementing clinical services and programs....

Director of Nursing - Skilled Facility

  • Bolingbrook, IL (22 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Bolingbrook, IL (22 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Our large skilled nursing facility in Bolingbrook, IL is seeking a dedicated and dynamic Director of Nursing (DON) to lead our clinical team and drive excellence in patient care....

Assistant Director of Nursing - Skilled Facility

  • Naperville, IL (18 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Naperville, IL (18 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Our large skilled nursing facility in Bolingbrook, IL is seeking a dedicated and dynamic Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) to be a leader on our clinical team and drive excellence in patient care...

RN House Operations Administrator-Per Diem-LOH Nursing Admin

  • Naperville, IL (18 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Naperville, IL (18 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 9 days ago

What you will need: Education, Experience and/or Skills Required: Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree or higher Minimum of three years of management/supervisory experience or a minimum of five years...

Director of Nursing (RN) - Memory Care Community

  • Bartlett, IL (11 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 13 days ago
  • Bartlett, IL (11 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 13 days ago

Similar Roles: Registered Nurse (RN), Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Care Coordinator, Director of Nursing (DON), Nursing Manager, Nurse Manager The Minnesota Equal Pay for Equal Work Act requires employers...

RN Director of Nursing

  • Des Plaines, IL (6 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 14 days ago
  • Des Plaines, IL (6 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 14 days ago

Responsibilities Direct services, workflow, and resources for assigned long-term care nursing area....

Demographic Data for Elk Grove Village, IL

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Salary for Director of Nursing Jobs in Elk Grove Village, IL

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireNursing research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Director of Nursing positions.



Highest Education Level

Director of Nursings in Elk Grove Village, IL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
31.4%
Associate's Degree
19.7%
Master's Degree
18.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.4%
High School or GED
11.0%
Doctorate Degree
3.5%
Some College
0.9%
Some High School
0.5%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Director of Nursings in Elk Grove Village, IL
2-4 years
34.6%
4-6 years
34.6%
1-2 years
23.1%
6-8 years
3.8%
Less than 1 year
3.8%


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