Director of Nursing Jobs in Florida

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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Administrative Nursing Director of Surgical Services

  • Palm Beach, FL
  • 3 days ago
  • Palm Beach, FL
  • 3 days ago

Position Summary The Director is a registered nurse who, using critical thinking skills, directs and evaluates patient care activities occurring within her/his assigned area of demonstrated...

Nursing Director of Critical Care

  • Lake Worth, FL
  • 5 days ago
  • Lake Worth, FL
  • 5 days ago

Position Summary This position requires knowledge of all aspects of patient care services work. Effective skills in one-to-one, small group, and large group communication; conceptual thinking;...

Nursing Director Trauma Center

  • Palm Beach Gardens, FL
  • 6 days ago
  • Palm Beach Gardens, FL
  • 6 days ago

Position Summary The Trauma Program Director (TPD) is a registered nurse who has expertise in trauma practice as well as program development. The ideal candidate will have experience with trauma...

Nursing Director Heart Institute (Full Time)

  • Miami, FL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Miami, FL
  • 30+ days ago

Job : Nursing - Management Primary Location : Florida-Miami-Nicklaus Children's Hospital - Main Hospital Campus Department : NURSING ADMINISTRATION-2100-860950 Job Status :Full Time...

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

  • Sarasota, FL
  • 10 hours ago
  • Sarasota, FL
  • 10 hours ago

The RN - Assistant Director of Nursing assists the Director of Nursing (DON) in planning, organizing, developing, and directing the overall operation of the Nursing Services department to ensure the...

Assistant Chief Nursing Officer

  • Margate, FL
  • 11 hours ago
  • Margate, FL
  • 11 hours ago

disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term...

staff - Registered Nurse (RN) - Director of Nursing - $94K-130K per year

  • Jacksonville, FL
  • 18 hours ago
  • Jacksonville, FL
  • 18 hours ago

Gentiva is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) Director of Nursing for a nursing job in Jacksonville, Florida....

Assistant Director of Nursing

  • Pembroke Pines, FL
  • 18 hours ago
  • Pembroke Pines, FL
  • 18 hours ago

As the ADON, you'll work alongside the Director of Nursing (DON) to lead a team of skilled licensed and non-licensed professionals....

Director Nursing - Trails Edge Surgery Center

  • Bonita Springs, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Bonita Springs, FL
  • 1 day ago

Current RN licensure. 2 years Nursing Management experience preferred. Successful completion of BLS Course within 90 days of employment or documentation of current BLS certification....

Nursing Director

  • Jacksonville, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Jacksonville, FL
  • 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....

RN Director of Nursing DON

  • Oxford, FL
  • 2 days ago
  • Oxford, FL
  • 2 days ago

RN Director of Nursing (DON) responsibilities: Provide and oversee nursing care for all residents of Trinity Springs....

LPN Director of Nursing DON

  • Oxford, FL
  • 2 days ago
  • Oxford, FL
  • 2 days ago

LPN Director of Nursing (DON) responsibilities: Provide and oversee nursing care for all residents of Trinity Springs....

Assistant Director of Nursing

  • Pensacola Beach, FL
  • 3 days ago
  • Pensacola Beach, FL
  • 3 days ago

We are looking to hire an experienced Assistant Director of Nursing. This is a Full-Time Salaried position reporting directly to the DON....

Director of Nursing

  • Miami, FL
  • 4 days ago
  • Miami, FL
  • 4 days ago

As a Director of Nursing, you will manage operations of the Nursing Services Department, ensuring high-quality patient care....

Director Clinical Services Hospice

  • Altamonte Springs, FL
  • 4 days ago
  • Altamonte Springs, FL
  • 4 days ago

Director of Clinical Services - AdventHealth Hospice All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family: Benefits from Day One Paid Days Off from Day One Career Development Whole Person...

Demographic Data for Florida

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Salary for Director of Nursing Jobs in Florida

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 Florida 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 Florida
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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