Director of Nursing Jobs in Orange, NJ

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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Montefiore Health Systems

Senior Director of Nursing

We have a fantastic opportunity for the Senior Director of Nursing to join our staff....

Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)

  • Staten Island, NY (12 miles from Orange, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Staten Island, NY (12 miles from Orange, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

Richmond Center is hiring a Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) in Staten Island, NY....

Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)

  • Ridgewood, NY (19 miles from Orange, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • Ridgewood, NY (19 miles from Orange, NJ)
  • 7 days ago

Brooklyn Center is hiring a Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) in Brooklyn, NY....

Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)

  • Bronx, NY (16 miles from Orange, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • Bronx, NY (16 miles from Orange, NJ)
  • 7 days ago

Martine Center is hiring an Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) in White Plains, NY. We are now offering a $7,500 sign-on bonus!...

Floating Director Of Nursing (DON)

  • Bronx, NY (16 miles from Orange, NJ)
  • 14 days ago
  • Bronx, NY (16 miles from Orange, NJ)
  • 14 days ago

care Minimum 2 yrs....

Resident Service Designee (Assistant Director of Nursing) RN

  • New Brunswick, NJ (22 miles from Orange, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • New Brunswick, NJ (22 miles from Orange, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

The Resident Service Designee supports the Director of Nursing in the administration of the nursing services....

Nursing Admin Supervisor

  • Bronx, NY (16 miles from Orange, NJ)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Bronx, NY (16 miles from Orange, NJ)
  • 1 hour ago

BARNABAS HOSPITAL Department of Nursing DEPARTMENT: NURSING POSITION TITLE: ADMINISTRATIVE SUPERVISOR REPORTS TO: VP NURSING OPERATIONS REVISED DATE: July 2024 MISSION STATEMENT : The Nursing...

Assistant Director, Nursing

  • New York, NY (12 miles from Orange, NJ)
  • 11 hours ago
  • New York, NY (12 miles from Orange, NJ)
  • 11 hours ago

Assistant Director, Nursing DepartmentNURSING ADMINISTRATION Location Manhattan Job ID116624 Civil Service ClassificationManagerial Hire In Rate$116,000.00 (for employees new to HHC) Salary Range$116,000.00...

Assistant Director of Nursing, Behavioral Health

  • New York, NY (12 miles from Orange, NJ)
  • 11 hours ago
  • New York, NY (12 miles from Orange, NJ)
  • 11 hours ago

Assists in the planning, organization and conduction of nursing education program....

Director of Nursing, DON

  • Cedar Grove, NJ (5 miles from Orange, NJ)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Cedar Grove, NJ (5 miles from Orange, NJ)
  • 16 hours ago

At least 1 year of nurse leadership experience in long-term care is required. At least 2 years of prior clinical experience is required....

Patient Care Director - RNAmbulatory Care Network - New York Presbyterian Hospital/Columbia Campus

  • New York, NY (12 miles from Orange, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (12 miles from Orange, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Location New York, New York Shift: Day (United States of America) Description: Stay Amazing Patient Care Directors Make It Possible Patient Care Director - RN -Ambulatory Care Network - New York...

Director, Nursing Patient Care - F/T Days

  • North Bergen, NJ (11 miles from Orange, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • North Bergen, NJ (11 miles from Orange, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Our team members are the heart of what makes us better. At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in...

Assistant Director of Nursing 1 Psychiatric (NY HELPS), New York State Psychiatic Institute (NYSPI), P26543

  • New York, NY (12 miles from Orange, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY (12 miles from Orange, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

NY HELP Yes Agency Mental Health, Office of Title Assistant Director of Nursing 1 Psychiatric (NY HELPS), New York State Psychiatic Institute (NYSPI), P26543 Occupational Category Administrative or...

Assistant Director of Nursing 1 Psychiatric - Quality, Education, and Training (NY HELPS), New York State Psychiatic Institute (NYSPI), P26544

  • New York, NY (12 miles from Orange, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY (12 miles from Orange, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

NY HELP Yes Agency Mental Health, Office of Title Assistant Director of Nursing 1 Psychiatric - Quality, Education, and Training (NY HELPS), New York State Psychiatic Institute (NYSPI), P26544 Occupational...

Assistant Director of Clinical Services

  • New York, NY (12 miles from Orange, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • New York, NY (12 miles from Orange, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

Assures the care delivered in a hospital, long term care facility, Residences, In-Patient or Assisted Living Facility is appropriate, meeting the needs of the patient/family as well as the facility...

Demographic Data for Orange, NJ

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Salary for Director of Nursing Jobs in Orange, NJ

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Director of Nursing positions.



Highest Education Level

Director of Nursings in Orange, NJ 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 Orange, NJ
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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