Director of Nursing Jobs in Connecticut

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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RN Director of Nursing

  • West Haven, CT
  • 3 hours ago
  • West Haven, CT
  • 3 hours ago

Demonstrates leadership and supervisory skills preferably in a long-term care facility....

Director of Nursing (Skilled Nursing/Long-Term Care)

  • Southbury, CT
  • 3 hours ago
  • Southbury, CT
  • 3 hours ago

Permanent Director of Nursing* - Southbury, CT A beautiful continuing care retirement community in Southbury, CT is seeking a permanent Director of Nursing for their small skilled nursing/long-term...

Assistant Director of Nursing

  • Bridgeport, CT
  • 3 hours ago
  • Bridgeport, CT
  • 3 hours ago

nursing/long-term care facility on campus....

Regional Director of Nursing (RN)

  • Portland, CT
  • 8 hours ago
  • Portland, CT
  • 8 hours ago

When you join NHCA, you become part of a premier provider of short-term rehabilitation, skilled nursing, and post-hospital care....

Assistant Director of Nursing/RN

  • Monroe, CT
  • 8 hours ago
  • Monroe, CT
  • 8 hours ago

Drive excellence locally and across the long-term care industry in an organization where your expertise and dedication are valued and appreciated. -: What We Offer As an affiliate of National Health...

Regional Director of Nursing (RN)

  • Haddam, CT
  • 8 hours ago
  • Haddam, CT
  • 8 hours ago

When you joinNHCA, you become part of a premier provider of short-termrehabilitation, skilled nursing, and post-hospital care....

Director of Nursing RN

  • Morris, CT
  • 9 hours ago
  • Morris, CT
  • 9 hours ago

Sharon is a member-facility of National Health Care Associates (NHCA), one of the premier providers of high-quality long-term care and short-term rehabilitation services with 41 skilled nursing facilities...

Assistant Nurse Director of Labor and Delivery

  • Westport, CT
  • 10 hours ago
  • Westport, CT
  • 10 hours ago

An award-winning hospital is seeking an Assistant Nurse Director of Labor and Delivery to join and manage their dynamic labor and delivery department. This is a full-time, permanent role in a...

Resident Service Designee (Assistant Director of Nursing)

  • Norwalk, CT
  • 1 day ago
  • Norwalk, CT
  • 1 day ago

Key Responsibilities: Supports the Director of Nursing (Resident Services Director) in the administration of the nursing services....

Assistant Director of Nursing

  • Hamden, CT
  • 1 day ago
  • Hamden, CT
  • 1 day ago

Join, stay, and grow with Benchmark. Connect with your calling. Benchmark Senior Living is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse Supervisor. As a Nursing Supervisor you will manage the...

Assistant Director of Nursing

  • West Hartford, CT
  • 2 days ago
  • West Hartford, CT
  • 2 days ago

If you're ready to lead with heart and drive meaningful change in long-term care, we want to hear from you....

Director of Nursing

  • Danbury, CT
  • 3 days ago
  • Danbury, CT
  • 3 days ago

The Director of Nursing is the highest nurse position in the Specialty Hospital and works to align nursing with the mission, vision and values of the organization....

Assistant Director of Nursing (RN)

  • Ridgefield, CT
  • 3 days ago
  • Ridgefield, CT
  • 3 days ago

Drive excellence locally and across the long-term care industry in an organization where your expertise and dedication are valued and appreciated. - What We Offer As an affiliate of National Health...

Assistant Director of Nursing - Assisted Living

  • Stamford, CT
  • 4 days ago
  • Stamford, CT
  • 4 days ago

Join, stay, and grow with Benchmark. Connect with your calling. Benchmark Senior Living is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse Supervisor. As a Nursing Supervisor you will manage the...

Director of Nursing Services

  • Old Saybrook, CT
  • 12 days ago
  • Old Saybrook, CT
  • 12 days ago

Demonstrates leadership and supervisory skills preferably in a long-term care facility....

Demographic Data for Connecticut

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Salary for Director of Nursing Jobs in Connecticut

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 Connecticut 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 Connecticut
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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