Director of Nursing Jobs in Massachusetts

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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Resident Service Designee (Assistant Director of Nursing)

  • West Yarmouth, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • West Yarmouth, MA
  • 1 day ago

Position Summary: The Resident Service Designee supports the Director of Nursing in the administration of the nursing services....

Director of Nursing - $12,000 Sign On Bonus

  • Brockton, MA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Brockton, MA
  • 6 hours ago

BAMSI is hiring a Nurse Director for our Plymouth area Programs [40 Hours] - Schedule: Mon-Fri 9a-5p $100k Annual Salary $12k SIGN ON BONUS (to be paid as follows: $3k at 30 days, $3k at 6 months,...

Assistant Nurse Director $12,000 Sign on Bonus

  • Brockton, MA
  • 16 hours ago
  • Brockton, MA
  • 16 hours ago

BAMSI is Hiring an Assistant Nurse Director for the Brockton Area Monday-Friday 8a-4p $40.00/hour $ 12,000 Sign on Bonus for New Employees * restrictions apply $3,000 at 30 days, $3,000 at 6...

Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) & Vice President, Patient Care Services

  • Roslindale, MA
  • 18 hours ago
  • Roslindale, MA
  • 18 hours ago

Overview As a member of the Hebrew SeniorLife (HSL) Senior leadership team, the Chief Nursing Officer and Vice President of Patient Care Services (CNO/VPPCS) is responsible for establishing...

Assistant Nursing Director - Emergency Department (Full Time)

  • Boston, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 1 day ago

Job Type: Regular Time Type: Full time Work Shift: Night (United States of America) FLSA Status: Exempt When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, youre making a difference...

Posting Description DIRECTOR OF NURSING AND CLINICAL OPERATIONS, MIT Health, is responsible for both the strategic direction and day-to-day activities for both the profession of nursing at MIT Health...

Administrative Coordinator - Nursing Admin

  • Brockton, MA
  • 3 days ago
  • Brockton, MA
  • 3 days ago

Participates as a member of the Nursing Management team....

Director of Nursing, JML Care Center

  • Plymouth, MA
  • 4 days ago
  • Plymouth, MA
  • 4 days ago

Term Care facility preferred....

Assistant Nursing Director- Emergency

  • Boston, MA
  • 6 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 6 days ago

Job Type: Regular Time Type: Full time Work Shift: Rotating (United States of America) FLSA Status: Exempt When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you're making a...

Associate Director, Patient Services Marketing

  • Boston, MA
  • 6 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 6 days ago

Title: Associate Director, Patient Services Marketing Location: Boston, MA or New Haven, CT Position may require up to 30% travel. This is what you will do: This position will drive the...

Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) (Registered Nurse/RN)

  • New Bedford, MA
  • 7 days ago
  • New Bedford, MA
  • 7 days ago

Live the Mission Position Summary The RN - Assistant Director of Nursing assists the Director of Nursing (DON) in planning, organizing, developing, and directing the overall operation of the Nursing...

Director of Nursing and Clinical Operations

  • Cambridge, MA
  • 7 days ago
  • Cambridge, MA
  • 7 days ago

DIRECTOR OF NURSING AND CLINICAL OPERATIONS, MIT Health, is responsible for both the strategic direction and day-to-day activities for both the profession of nursing at MIT Health and overall clinical...

This position is a full-time (Mon-Fri 8:30am-5pm) and partially remote. The selected candidate may only work remote days from a New England state (ME, VT, NH, MA, CT, RI). Under moderate...

Overview This position is a full-time (Mon-Fri 8:30am-5pm) and partially remote. The selected candidate may only work remote days from a New England state (ME, VT, NH, MA, CT, RI). Under moderate...

Director of Nursing Assisted Living

  • Cohasset, MA
  • 8 days ago
  • Cohasset, MA
  • 8 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....

Demographic Data for Massachusetts

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Salary for Director of Nursing Jobs in Massachusetts

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 Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts
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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