Director of Nursing Jobs in Iowa

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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IOWA ONLY Travel Director of Nursing (DON)

  • Care Initiatives
  • West Des Moines, IA
  • 12 hours ago
  • West Des Moines, IA
  • 12 hours ago

If so, j oin Care Initiatives as a Travel Director of Nursing (DON), where you will provide comprehensive care that truly matters....

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Assistant Director of Nursing (RN)

  • Care Initiatives
  • La Porte City, IA
  • 2 days ago
  • La Porte City, IA
  • 2 days ago

Assistant Director of Nursing (RN) Make a Difference Every Day – Join Care Initiatives as an Assistant Director of Nursing!...

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Travel Director of Nursing DON RN

  • Tutera Senior Living & Health Care
  • Ely, IA
  • 3 days ago
  • Ely, IA
  • 3 days ago

Travel Director of Nursing | RN Tutera Senior Living & Health Care Will be traveling to senior living facilities located in Omaha, Cedar Rapids, Des Moines and Council Bluffs Are you a Director of Nursing...

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Part-Time RN Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)

  • Care Initiatives
  • Mechanicsville, IA
  • 5 days ago
  • Mechanicsville, IA
  • 5 days ago

Part-Time RN Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) Make a Difference Every Day – Join Care Initiatives as an Assistant Director of Nursing!...

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Assistant Director of Nursing, RN

  • Wesleylife
  • Washington, IA
  • 8 days ago
  • Washington, IA
  • 8 days ago

Perform other duties as instructed by the Director of Nursing....

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RN Leadership Role Director of Nursing

  • Care Initiatives
  • Cedar Falls, IA
  • 9 days ago
  • Cedar Falls, IA
  • 9 days ago

RN Leadership Role – Director of Nursing Make a Difference Every Day – Join Care Initiatives as a Director of Nursing!...

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Director of Nursing

  • GPAC
  • Mason City, IA
  • 11 days ago
  • Mason City, IA
  • 11 days ago

We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Director of Nursing (DON) to join a senior living and long-term care community in the Albert Lea area....

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Director of Nursing

  • Bickford Senior Living
  • Sioux City, IA
  • 11 days ago
  • Sioux City, IA
  • 11 days ago

Join our DYNAMIC team at Bickford Senior Living as a Health & Wellness Director! The HWD is the clinical leader who supports the clinical operations within the branch. This position works closely...

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Assistant Director of Nursing Clinical Education & Infection Control

  • Care Initiatives
  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • 12 days ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • 12 days ago

Assistant Director of Nursing – Clinical Education & Infection Control Make a Difference Every Day – Join Care Initiatives as an Assistant Director of Nursing!...

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RN Leadership Role- Assistant Director of Nursing (RN)

  • Care Initiatives
  • Oskaloosa, IA
  • 13 days ago
  • Oskaloosa, IA
  • 13 days ago

RN Leadership Role- Assistant Director of Nursing (RN) Shift Available: Monday-Friday 8am to 4pm Make a Difference Every Day – Join Care Initiatives as an Assistant Director of Nursing!...

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Travel Nursing-RN, Director of Nursing

  • StaffDNA
  • Osage, IA
  • 13 days ago
  • Osage, IA
  • 13 days ago

Registered Nurse (RN) - Director of Nursing If you are an experienced nursing professional with strong leadership skills, join us as a Registered Nurse (RN) - Director of Nursing....

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Interim Director of Nursing

  • LeaderStat
  • Washington, IA
  • 14 days ago
  • Washington, IA
  • 14 days ago

Interim Director of Nursing Are you a passionate Director of Nursing looking to join a leadership team that operates with integrity?...

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Interim Assistant Director of Nursing

  • LeaderStat
  • Washington, IA
  • 14 days ago
  • Washington, IA
  • 14 days ago

We currently have an opening for an Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) in a Skilled Nursing facility in Washington, Iowa....

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Assistant Director of Nursing (RN) - Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF)

  • LeaderStat
  • Ainsworth, IA
  • 15 days ago
  • Ainsworth, IA
  • 15 days ago

Position Overview The Assistant Director of Nursing partners closely with the Director of Nursing to support daily clinical operations and nursing leadership across the campus....

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SNF Director of Nursing (RN)

  • LeaderStat
  • Ainsworth, IA
  • 15 days ago
  • Ainsworth, IA
  • 15 days ago

SNF Director of Nursing (RN) 4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars Ainsworth, IA 52201 $92,000 - $140,000 a year LeaderStat 93 reviews $92,000 - $140,000 a year Director of Nursing (RN) - Skilled Nursing & Senior...

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Demographic Data for Iowa

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Salary for Director of Nursing Jobs in Iowa

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 Iowa offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
31.4%
Associate's Degree
19.6%
Master's Degree
19.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.2%
High School or GED
10.9%
Doctorate Degree
3.7%
Some College
0.9%
Some High School
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Director of Nursings in Iowa
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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