Director of Nursing Jobs in California

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

The Director of Nursing (VNPN) leads and manages the Vocational Nursing/Practical Nursing programs to maintain high educational standards, compliance with accreditation and regulatory requirements,...

Registered Nurse, Director, Clinical Services

  • Huntington Beach, CA
  • 9 hours ago
  • Huntington Beach, CA
  • 9 hours ago

Grow Healthy If you are as passionate about helping those in need as you are about growing your career, consider AltaMed. At AltaMed, your passion for helping others isnt just welcomed its...

Nursing Director Med Surg Tele

  • San Ramon, CA
  • 10 hours ago
  • San Ramon, CA
  • 10 hours ago

San Ramon Regional Medical Center San Ramon Regional Medical Center began serving residents of the San Ramon Valley and its surrounding communities in 1990. Located on a hillside overlooking the...

Associate Director of Nursing - NWC - Long Beach

  • Long Beach, CA
  • 13 hours ago
  • Long Beach, CA
  • 13 hours ago

This is a line position reporting directly to the Director of Nursing....

Director of Nursing

  • Ukiah, CA
  • 17 hours ago
  • Ukiah, CA
  • 17 hours ago

Qualifications: * Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of California. * Minimum of 3 years of nursing leadership experience in a skilled nursing or long-term care setting. * Strong clinical knowledge...

Interim Chief Nursing Officer

  • Chiriaco Summit, CA
  • 18 hours ago
  • Chiriaco Summit, CA
  • 18 hours ago

Join a California hospital as their next Interim Chief Nursing Officer! The Position The Interim Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) will be responsible for the oversight of high-level operations within...

DON- Director of Nursing

  • Lancaster, CA
  • 18 hours ago
  • Lancaster, CA
  • 18 hours ago

Provide direct/hands on resident/patient care as needed.Supervisory Requirements The Director of Nursing is responsible for supervising and managing the ADON, and entire nursing staff either directly...

Health Services Director

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 19 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 19 hours ago

Health Services Director Department:Assisted Living Location:West Hills, CA Position: Health Services Director Pay Range: INSERT COMMUNITY NAME is a premier senior living community situated on a...

Director Nursing ICU

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 22 hours ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 22 hours ago

Responsibilities Position Summary: The incumbent is responsible for preparing patients for examination, assisting the healthcare provider with medical procedures, and providing reception and...

Health Services Director LVN

  • Santa Clarita, CA
  • 22 hours ago
  • Santa Clarita, CA
  • 22 hours ago

Health Services Director LVN Pay Range: $98,000 Oakmont of Santa Clarita is a premier senior living community situated on a beautifully landscaped campus. Managed by Oakmont Management Group, we...

Assistant Director of Nursing Services -MSC Operating Room

  • Moreno Valley, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Moreno Valley, CA
  • 1 day ago

The Assistant Director of Nursing Services class is a management level classification and reports to a Clinical Director of Nursing Services I/II or to an appropriate executive manager at RUHS....

Chief Nursing Officer (CNO)

  • San Jose, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 1 day ago

Prior CNO/DON experience strongly preferred. 2 years behavioral health experience as and RN in an inpatient psychiatric setting required 3 years of progressive nursing management or administrative nursing...

REGIONAL DIRECTOR - CLINICAL SERVICES- Full Time

  • Riverside, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Riverside, CA
  • 1 day ago

Responsibilities Come and join the RMC Family! We have been in the community since 1935. Our mission is to provide comprehensive multi-specialty medical services in the greater Riverside region....

Restorative Aide

  • San Diego, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 2 days ago

Facility Name: Kindred Hospital - San Francisco Bay Area Your experience matters Kindred Hospital - San Francisco Bay Area is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network...

Director Nursing ICU

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 2 days ago

Overview Bakersfield Memorial Hospital includes 385 general acute beds, 48 licensed critical care beds, 13 state-of-the-art surgical suites, and a full-service Emergency Department with an...

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Salary for Director of Nursing Jobs in California

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 California offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
31.4%
Associate's Degree
19.7%
Master's Degree
18.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.4%
High School or GED
11.0%
Doctorate Degree
3.6%
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 California
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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