Director of Nursing Jobs in New Jersey

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, RN

  • Eatontown, NJ
  • 10 days ago
  • Eatontown, NJ
  • 10 days ago

As a leading provider in the long-term care industry, we believe in fostering a collaborative, inclusive and supportive work environment where every team member is valued and empowered to make a difference...

Director of Nursing, DON

  • Cedar Grove, NJ
  • 4 days ago
  • Cedar Grove, NJ
  • 4 days 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....

Vice President Patient Care Services and Chief Nursing Officer (CNO)

  • Bayonne, NJ
  • 5 hours ago
  • Bayonne, NJ
  • 5 hours ago

About Us CarePoint Health is one of New Jersey's leading health care systems comprised of three long-standing and highly-regarded hospitals - Christ Hospital in Jersey City, Hoboken University...

Director of Nursing

  • Edison, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Edison, NJ
  • 1 day ago

Responsible for the direction, provision and quality of geriatric nursing care and coordination as well as specialized care for developmental and mental health needs, ensuring a continuum of care...

Director of Nursing ICU

  • Westwood, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Westwood, NJ
  • 1 day ago

Overview Join our team as a night shift, full-time, Intensive Care Unit (ICU) Director of Nursing in Westwood, NJ. Why Join Us?...

Director of Nursing, RN

  • Evesham, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Evesham, NJ
  • 2 days ago

The Director of Nursing, RN will oversee operations of the Care team....

Director of Nursing - RN

  • Westampton, NJ
  • 3 days ago
  • Westampton, NJ
  • 3 days ago

of Nursing Position As Director of Nursing at Brookdale, you will utilize your leadership qualities to inspire, lead and manage the overall operation of the clinical team to provide the highest quality...

ADON Health and Wellness Coordinator

  • Westampton, NJ
  • 3 days ago
  • Westampton, NJ
  • 3 days ago

Recognized by Newsweek in 2024 and 2025 as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity Make Lives Better Including Your Own. If you want to work in an environment where you can become your...

Director of Nursing - RN - Long Term Care - Neilson Place

  • Hamilton, NJ
  • 5 days ago
  • Hamilton, NJ
  • 5 days ago

Partner Job Sanford Health Director of Nursing - RN - Long Term Care - Neilson Place Mizpah, New Jersey Show interest About Careers With Purpose Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing...

Admin Nursing Supervisor Per Diem- Mount Holly

  • Mount Holly, NJ
  • 6 days ago
  • Mount Holly, NJ
  • 6 days ago

At Virtua Health, we exist for one reason to better serve you. That means being here for you in all the moments that matter, striving each day to connect you to the care you need. Whether that's...

Chief Nursing Officer

  • Hackettstown, NJ
  • 7 days ago
  • Hackettstown, NJ
  • 7 days ago

Builds and expands upon partnerships with nursing education institutions to develop a talent pipeline and contribute to the education and training of future nurses....

At Virtua Health, we exist for one reason to better serve you. That means being here for you in all the moments that matter, striving each day to connect you to the care you need. Whether that's...

At Virtua Health, we exist for one reason to better serve you. That means being here for you in all the moments that matter, striving each day to connect you to the care you need. Whether that's...

Resident Service Designee (Assistant Director of Nursing) RN

  • Freehold, NJ
  • 9 days ago
  • Freehold, NJ
  • 9 days ago

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

term care setting. + 2 years: Supervisory experience in a long term care setting....

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Salary for Director of Nursing Jobs in New Jersey

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 New Jersey 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 New Jersey
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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