Director of Nursing Jobs in Virginia

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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Chief Nursing Officer

  • Atlantic, VA
  • 11 days ago
  • Atlantic, VA
  • 11 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...

Assistant Director of Nursing BSN

  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 5 hours ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 5 hours ago

The Assistant Director of our BSN nursing program will report to the Director of Nursing and must be a registered nurse with excellent clinical and organizational skills....

Director of Nursing

  • Tysons, VA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Tysons, VA
  • 6 hours ago

Director of Nursing The Mather (Tysons, VA) We're seeking a Director of Nursing to ensures safe and ethical standards of practice and clinical excellence in resident care and services; responsible for...

ED Nursing Director

  • Smithfield, VA
  • 21 hours ago
  • Smithfield, VA
  • 21 hours ago

Smithfield, Virginia Opening in early 2026, Riverside Smithfield Hospital will bring high-quality healthcare closer to home for Isle of Wight County residents. Located on a beautifully landscaped...

Director of Nursing

  • Vienna, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Vienna, VA
  • 1 day ago

The Resident Care Director (RCD) serves as the nursing clinical leader for the community and is responsible to lead and manage the health and wellness along with coordination of care and services...

Director of Nursing/RN

  • Front Royal, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Front Royal, VA
  • 1 day ago

Respond to medical emergencies, provide emergency care, triage inmates, and dispense medications.Provides skilled nursing care to inmates;Assesses inmate health problems and needs and initiates emergency...

Nursing Director

  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 1 day 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....

Director of Nursing

  • Mathews, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Mathews, VA
  • 1 day ago

Qualifications Education Bachelors Degree, Nursing (Preferred) Masters Degree, Nursing (Preferred) Experience 2 years Senior Living/Long Term Care (Required) 2 years Supervisory experience (Required...

Assistant Director of Nursing-great pay!

  • Alexandria, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Alexandria, VA
  • 1 day ago

of Nursing to implement growth initiatives and new programs Qualifications: Active Registered Nurse (RN) license required Proven experience in assisted living, memory care, or long-term care settings...

RN Director of Nursing

  • Wytheville, VA
  • 5 days ago
  • Wytheville, VA
  • 5 days ago

Position: Director of Nursing, RN Pay: $70000 - $85000 yearly Depending on Experience Caris Healthcare Director of Nursing, RN / Patient Care Manager serves as a leader with overall clinical management...

Director of Nursing Services

  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 5 days ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 5 days ago

COMMUNITY NAME Albemarle County Metro Area Job ID 2025-224917 JOB OVERVIEW The Director of Nursing Services is responsible for providing leadership and management to the skilled nursing operations....

The Director for Nursing Professional Development and Practice Excellence implements the vision and strategy for nursing to achieve nursing quality, safety, and experience goals to outperform national...

Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) (RN)

  • Suffolk, VA
  • 6 days ago
  • Suffolk, VA
  • 6 days ago

Job Description:An assistant director of nursing (ADON)is responsible for the nursing team and quality of patient servicein the absence of the director of nursing....

Regional Director of Clinical Services

  • Fredericksburg, VA
  • 6 days ago
  • Fredericksburg, VA
  • 6 days ago

term care facilities....

Travel Director of Nursing

  • Fredericksburg, VA
  • 6 days ago
  • Fredericksburg, VA
  • 6 days ago

term care....

Demographic Data for Virginia

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Salary for Director of Nursing Jobs in Virginia

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 Virginia 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 Virginia
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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