Director of Nursing Jobs in Plainview, NY

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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Interim Leadership - Leadership - Chief Nursing Officer

  • Bronx, NY (23 miles from Plainview, NY)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Bronx, NY (23 miles from Plainview, NY)
  • 22 hours ago

Epic Travel Staffing is hiring a Interim Chief Nursing Officer Shift: Non-Exempt / Days / 9a-5p, 85, 40 hrs per week Length: 13 Weeks Requirements: NY License 7 years of experience is required 5...

Assistant Director, Nursing (ED)

  • Forest Hills, NY (19 miles from Plainview, NY)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Forest Hills, NY (19 miles from Plainview, NY)
  • 22 hours ago

Job Description Carries out the System, Hospital and Nursing Service mission, vision, values and the overall strategic plan, clinical management, patient care, budgeting, financial management and...

Nursing Director, Operating Room

  • Yonkers, NY (24 miles from Plainview, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Yonkers, NY (24 miles from Plainview, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Overview St. John's Riverside Hospital is a leader in providing the highest quality, compassionate health care utilizing the latest, state-of-the-art medical technology. Serving the Westchester...

Patient Care Director - Pediatrics-NICU - Full Time Day

  • Queens Village, NY (14 miles from Plainview, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Queens Village, NY (14 miles from Plainview, NY)
  • 4 days ago

In collaboration with the Director of Nursing, participates in the establishment of unit(s) short and long term goals and ensures its alignment with the hospitals overall strategic goals....

DDS Director of Nursing

  • Jamaica, NY (18 miles from Plainview, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Jamaica, NY (18 miles from Plainview, NY)
  • 4 days ago

Current licensed as a Professional Registered Nurse in New York State Bachelor of Science in Nursing required. Master's degree preferred Supervisory experience required....

Patient Care Director - Pediatrics/NICU - Full Time Day

  • Queens Village, NY (14 miles from Plainview, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • Queens Village, NY (14 miles from Plainview, NY)
  • 5 days ago

In collaboration with the Director of Nursing, participates in the establishment of unit(s) short and long term goals and ensures its alignment with the hospitals overall strategic goals....

Registered Nurse-Nursing Admin Med/Surg-Per Diem-Days 7a-7:30pm-Mount Sinai Queens

  • Long Island City, NY (24 miles from Plainview, NY)
  • 6 days ago
  • Long Island City, NY (24 miles from Plainview, NY)
  • 6 days ago

of Science in Nursing Discharge planning Associate's degree Nursing Full Job Description Description Registered Nurse-Nursing Admin Med/Surg-Per Diem-Days 7a-7:30pm-Mount Sinai Queens The Clinical...

Chief Nursing Officer - Registered Nurse

  • Bronx, NY (23 miles from Plainview, NY)
  • 6 days ago
  • Bronx, NY (23 miles from Plainview, NY)
  • 6 days ago

Trusted is seeking an experienced nurse for this exciting travel nursing assignment. Trusted has streamlined the travel nursing experience by enabling nurses to apply directly to jobs without the...

Director of Nursing, Musculoskeletal Specialty Hospital

  • Norwalk, CT (23 miles from Plainview, NY)
  • 9 days ago
  • Norwalk, CT (23 miles from Plainview, NY)
  • 9 days ago

As HOPCo continues to grow, we are looking for a Director of Nursing for our Musculoskeletal Specialty Hospital in Jacksonville, Florida....

Director of Nursing Services

  • Yonkers, NY (24 miles from Plainview, NY)
  • 9 days ago
  • Yonkers, NY (24 miles from Plainview, NY)
  • 9 days ago

Expertise in long term care rules and regulations, survey requirements, MDS and ability to perform detailed accurate investigations....

Director Nursing Education /Cancer Institute

  • Norwalk, CT (23 miles from Plainview, NY)
  • 9 days ago
  • Norwalk, CT (23 miles from Plainview, NY)
  • 9 days ago

Description Director Nursing Education & Operations/Cancer Institute - Norwalk, CT Full-time, 40 hours, Monday - Friday 8:30 am - 5:00 pm Summary: The Director of Nursing Education for the Cancer Institute...

Asst Director of Nursing

  • East Setauket, NY (21 miles from Plainview, NY)
  • 11 days ago
  • East Setauket, NY (21 miles from Plainview, NY)
  • 11 days ago

Assist the DON in the supervision and coordination of all clinical activities, as well as recruitment, retention, and education anddisciplinary activities within the Nursing Department. Current...

Assistant Director Of Nursing LTC

  • Yonkers, NY (24 miles from Plainview, NY)
  • 14 days ago
  • Yonkers, NY (24 miles from Plainview, NY)
  • 14 days ago

What We’re Looking For: 2-3 years of experience as an ADON or in a nursing leadership role preferably in long-term care. A valid RN license....

RN-Assistant Director of Nursing

  • Queens Village, NY (14 miles from Plainview, NY)
  • 18 days ago
  • Queens Village, NY (14 miles from Plainview, NY)
  • 18 days ago

RN-Assistant Director of Nursing Full Time Parker Jewish Institute is seeking a full time Registered Nurse (RN) Assistant Director of Nursing to join our team of professionals in the Nursing department...

Director Nursing Quality

  • Far Rockaway, NY (18 miles from Plainview, NY)
  • 18 days ago
  • Far Rockaway, NY (18 miles from Plainview, NY)
  • 18 days ago

Type: Full-Time Shift: Days Hours: 8:30am - 5:00pm Pay: $155,000 - $165,000 Job Summary: The Director of Nursing Quality is a key member of our Professional Practice Department....

Demographic Data for Plainview, NY

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Salary for Director of Nursing Jobs in Plainview, NY

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Licensing / Certification

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



Highest Education Level

Director of Nursings in Plainview, NY offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
31.4%
Associate's Degree
19.7%
Master's Degree
18.6%
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 Plainview, NY
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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