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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Director of Nursing

  • Columbus, MS
  • 1 day ago
  • Columbus, MS
  • 1 day ago

Minimum Qualifications At least 21 years of age, 2 years experience as a general staff nurse in a hospital, long term care facility or other health care institution within the past 5 years....

Traveling Director of Nursing Services

  • Jackson, MS
  • 1 day ago
  • Jackson, MS
  • 1 day ago

nursing and long-term care centers in six states, primarily in the Southeast, Midwest and Southwest United States....

Director-Nursing

  • Southaven, MS
  • 2 days ago
  • Southaven, MS
  • 2 days ago

Director-Nursing Job ID: 32562 Job Category: Nurse Leader Work Type: Full Time Work Schedule: Days Department: Nursing Administration Facility: BMH Desoto Hospital Location: Southaven, MS Overview Job...

Assistant Director of Nursing RN ADNS

  • Batesville, MS
  • 4 days ago
  • Batesville, MS
  • 4 days ago

care or skilled nursing facilities preferred (EOE)...

Assistant Director of Nursing Services (ADON)

  • Yazoo City, MS
  • 8 days ago
  • Yazoo City, MS
  • 8 days ago

: Long Term Care Experience Preferred Excellent Benefits Package!!! Tuition Reimbursement, Family Scholarships, Early Pay, Free Telehealth/Teletherapy Program for Employee and Family upon hire!...

Director-Nursing Community Hospitals

  • Grenada, MS
  • 10 days ago
  • Grenada, MS
  • 10 days ago

Job Requisition ID: R00043207 Job Category: Nursing Organization: Grenada Directors Location/s: UMMC-Grenada Job Title: Director-Nursing Community Hospitals Job Summary: The Director of Nursing for...

Director of Nursing Psychiatric

  • Jackson, MS
  • 30+ days ago
  • Jackson, MS
  • 30+ days ago

Merit Health Central Jackson, MS Merit Health Central #NURSI331617 Director Of Nursing Psychiatric Job Details Location Jackson, MS Merit Health Central Hours Full Time Job Description Merit Health...

Director of Nursing

  • Jackson, MS
  • 45+ days ago
  • Jackson, MS
  • 45+ days ago

Job Summary The Director of Nursing provides strategic and operational leadership for the Intensive Care Unit (ICU), Medical Surgical Unit, and Telemetry ensuring the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered...

Executive Director of Nursing

  • Gulfport, MS
  • 60+ days ago
  • Gulfport, MS
  • 60+ days ago

Reports to: Chief Nursing Officer Supervises: SRHS Nursing Directors, Managers, Supervisors, Nursing Education Director, and Administrative Assistants, as appropriate....

Director Nursing 2 - Womens Med Surg

  • Jackson, MS
  • 60+ days ago
  • Jackson, MS
  • 60+ days ago

Experience - 2 years clinical experience as a Registered Nurse Education - Bachelors of Science in Nursing Licensure - BLS Certification; RN...

Chief Nursing Officer (CNO)

  • Gulfport, MS
  • 60+ days ago
  • Gulfport, MS
  • 60+ days ago

Overview Critical Illness Recovery Hospital CHIEF NURSING OFFICER (CNO) $10,000 Sign-On Bonus At Select Specialty/Regency Hospitals, a division of Select Medical, we care for chronically and...

Director Nursing 1

  • Jackson, MS
  • 90+ days ago
  • Jackson, MS
  • 90+ days ago

Consults with nursing management, nursing staff, and Clinical Nurse Specialists in the development of instructional materials for patients and family members which will provide the specific knowledge...

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
19.7%
Master's Degree
18.7%
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 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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