Director of Nursing Jobs in Minnesota

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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Director of Nursing - RN - Long Term Care

  • Windom, MN
  • 8 days ago
  • Windom, MN
  • 8 days ago

Has overall responsibility for the day-to-day operations of long term care facility....

Director of Nursing - RN - Long Term Care - Neilson Place

  • Bemidji, MN
  • 27 days ago
  • Bemidji, MN
  • 27 days ago

Has overall responsibility for the day-to-day operations of long term care facility....

Director of Nursing (RN) $10,000 Bonus

  • Faribault, MN
  • 5 hours ago
  • Faribault, MN
  • 5 hours ago

Join our team at New Perspective Senior Living as the Director of Nursing (Health & Wellness Director) for our Assisted Living and Memory Care communities!...

Director of Nursing

  • Byron, MN
  • 9 hours ago
  • Byron, MN
  • 9 hours ago

Qualifications Current state licensure as a Registered Nurse, which must be in good standing Two (2) years of RN experience with at least one (1) year in long term care, home care, or related area....

Director of Nursing

  • Minnetonka, MN
  • 14 hours ago
  • Minnetonka, MN
  • 14 hours ago

Join Our Team as a Director of Nursing! Are you passionate about seniors and assisted living?...

$5,000 Hiring Bonus - RN Director of Nursing /Clinical Administrator I

  • Bayport, MN
  • 18 hours ago
  • Bayport, MN
  • 18 hours ago

Overview Presbyterian Homes & Services - Croixdale, is seeking a Director of Nursing / Clinical Administrator to join our Assisted Living team....

Assistant Clinical Administrator / Assistant Director of Nursing

  • Bloomington, MN
  • 1 day ago
  • Bloomington, MN
  • 1 day ago

Overview Presbyterian Homes & Services of Bloomington is seeking an Assistant Clinical Administrator (Assistant Director of Nursing) to join our Long Term Care team....

Director of Nursing

  • Saint James, MN
  • 2 days ago
  • Saint James, MN
  • 2 days ago

Transformative Director of Nursing Role at a Premier Skilled Nursing Facility! Are you a compassionate leader with a vision for excellence in long-term care?...

Director of Nursing (DON)

  • Saint Cloud, MN
  • 3 days ago
  • Saint Cloud, MN
  • 3 days ago

of Nursing ( DON) Candidate: Experience : 2-5 years as a DON or ADON in long-term care (LTC) preferred....

Regional Director of Clinical Services

  • Minnetonka, MN
  • 4 days ago
  • Minnetonka, MN
  • 4 days ago

A minimum of three years' work experience in a clinical leadership position in Assisted Living (AL), and at least one year of experience in a Long-Term Care (LTC), Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) or...

RN, Director of Nursing (DON) - Assisted Living, 10000 Bonus

  • Richfield, MN
  • 4 days ago
  • Richfield, MN
  • 4 days ago

RN, Director of Nursing (DON) - Assisted Living, 10000 Bonus Cassia - 3.4 Richfield, MN Job Details Full-time $85,000 - $115,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Dental insurance Paid time off Employee assistance...

Providence Place - Assistant Director of Nursing Sign-On Bonus

  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 5 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 5 days ago

Here we provide services for our seniors in a TCU (Transitional Care Unit) Care, Long-Term Care and Memory Care....

RN Director of Nursing /Clinical Administrator

  • Saint Paul, MN
  • 6 days ago
  • Saint Paul, MN
  • 6 days ago

Overview Presbyterian Homes & Services - Harbor Crossing, is seeking a Director of Nursing / Clinical Administrator to join our Assisted Living team....

RN Director of Nursing /Clinical Administrator II

  • White Bear Lake, MN
  • 6 days ago
  • White Bear Lake, MN
  • 6 days ago

Overview Presbyterian Homes & Services - Waverly Gardens is seeking a Director of Nursing / Clinical Administrator to join our Long Term Care team leading the clinical operations of our 60-bed Long...

Director of Nursing - $10,000 Sign on Bonus

  • Brooklyn Park, MN
  • 7 days ago
  • Brooklyn Park, MN
  • 7 days ago

Knowledge of legal and regulatory healthcare requirements of a skilled nursing environment....

Demographic Data for Minnesota

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Salary for Director of Nursing Jobs in Minnesota

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 Minnesota 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 Minnesota
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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