Director of Nursing Jobs in Mississippi

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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Assistant Director of Nursing - LAW Outpatient Surgery Center

  • Hattiesburg Clinic
  • Hattiesburg, MS
  • 4 days ago
  • Hattiesburg, MS
  • 4 days ago

: The Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) is accountable and responsible, under the direct supervision of the Director of Nursing (DON), for managing and guiding all the activities of the facility...

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Director of Nursing Home Health RN

  • Enhabit Inc.
  • Columbus, MS
  • 5 days ago
  • Columbus, MS
  • 5 days ago

Overview The Director of Nursing / Branch Director role will oversee the operations of our home health agency in Carrollton, AL, ensuring the highest standards of patient care and compliance with Medicare...

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Director of Nursing

  • Arvum Senior Living
  • Biloxi, MS
  • 6 days ago
  • Biloxi, MS
  • 6 days ago

About Arvum Senior Living Arvum Senior Living proudly manages Assisted Living and Memory Care communities across 8 different states, representing over 2,000 units throughout the Gulf Coast and...

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DIrector of Nursing (RN)

  • Agape Care Group
  • Flowood, MS
  • 7 days ago
  • Flowood, MS
  • 7 days ago

Join Our Team as a Director of Operations (RN) Are you a leader committed to creating meaningful patient experiences? Do you believe in the importance of providing top-quality hospice and...

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Director-Nursing (Peri-Op)

  • Baptist Memorial Health Care
  • Southaven, MS
  • 10 days ago
  • Southaven, MS
  • 10 days ago

Overview Job Summary Establishes, plans, directs, coordinates, evaluates, and maintains the standards of nursing practices and operating policies and related patient care activities, working in...

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Director of Nursing Services

  • Diversicare
  • Shelby, MS
  • 12 days ago
  • Shelby, MS
  • 12 days ago

As Director of Nursing (RN), you'll champion these values, fostering a workplace culture of excellence....

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Assistant Director of Nursing RN ADNS

  • Diversicare
  • Amory, MS
  • 14 days ago
  • Amory, MS
  • 14 days ago

#ND123 Responsibilities As our Assistant Director of Nursing, you will play a vital role in our nursing department's management....

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Director of Nursing Services Exempt

  • Diversicare
  • Batesville, MS
  • 15 days ago
  • Batesville, MS
  • 15 days ago

Overview Lead with Excellence as the Director of Nursing- RN at Diversicare!...

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Nursing Director of Women's Services

  • Merit Health Natchez
  • Natchez, MS
  • 22 days ago
  • Natchez, MS
  • 22 days ago

This is a full time Nursing (RN) Director responsible for the L&D, Postpartum, and NICU departments at Merit Health Natchez. RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure...

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Hospice Director of Nurses - JR101093

  • Singing River Health System
  • Ocean Springs, MS
  • 22 days ago
  • Ocean Springs, MS
  • 22 days ago

Hospice Director of Nurses - JR101093 #652305 ?% ! COMPARISON DETAILS ?% Education This job requires Any Education Level ?% Experience A survey of workers in the occupation Medical and Clinical...

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Nursing Home Director of Nursing

  • Lackey Memorial Hospital
  • MS
  • 22 days ago
  • MS
  • 22 days ago

Nursing Home Director of Nursing #652370 ?% ! COMPARISON DETAILS ?% Education This job requires an Occupational Skills License/Certificate ?...

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Nursing Director - Labor & Delivery

  • Merit Health Central
  • Jackson, MS
  • 23 days ago
  • Jackson, MS
  • 23 days ago

This is a full time Director (RN) of Women's Services position, responsible for the Labor & Delivery department at Merit Health Central in Jackson, MS. RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure...

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Nursing Director MedSurg

  • Community Health Systems
  • MS
  • 26 days ago
  • MS
  • 26 days ago

Nursing Director MedSurg #NLX291453843 ?% ! COMPARISON DETAILS ?% Education A survey of workers in the occupation Medical and Health Services Managers found that 51.72% had a Bachelor's Degree,...

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Nursing Director MedSurg

  • Community Health System
  • Natchez, MS
  • 28 days ago
  • Natchez, MS
  • 28 days ago

Why You'll Love Working Here Comprehensive Health Coverage - Medical, dental, and vision plans to keep you and your family healthy. Future Security - 401(k) with employer matching to help you...

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Director Of Nursing

  • DeSoto Healthcare
  • Southaven, MS
  • 30+ days ago
  • Southaven, MS
  • 30+ days ago

Job Type Full-time Description Desoto Healthcare Center is searching for an experienced and dedicated Director of Nursing who is passionate about making a difference in the lives or our residents....

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Demographic Data for Mississippi

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Salary for Director of Nursing Jobs in Mississippi

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 Mississippi 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 Mississippi
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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