Director of Nursing Jobs in Tennessee

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 DON - TN - On Site

Provide direct/hands-on resident/patient care as needed The Director of Nursing is responsible for supervising and managing the ADON, and entire nursing staff either directly or indirectly Knowledge...

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Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) - TN - On Site

Must be in good standing with the State Board of Nursing and maintain all required continuing education/licensing requirements. 3-5 years of nurse management, preferably in a long term care facility...

Director of Nursing

  • McMinnville, TN
  • 1 day ago
  • McMinnville, TN
  • 1 day ago

Details Department: Hospital Schedule: Full-Time Hospital: Ascension Saint THomas River Park Location: McMinnville, TN Benefits Paid time off (PTO) Various health insurance options & wellness...

Director of Nursing - RN - Long Term Care

  • Crossville, TN
  • 30+ days ago
  • Crossville, TN
  • 30+ days ago

Has overall responsibility for the day-to-day operations of long term care facility....

Director of Nursing (RN) - Emergency Department

  • Murfreesboro, TN
  • 60+ days ago
  • Murfreesboro, TN
  • 60+ days ago

Hospital: Saint Thomas Rutherford Location: Murfreesboro, TN Join our team at Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford as a Director of Nursing (DON) for our Emergency Department....

Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) (Registered Nurse/RN)

  • Jefferson City, TN
  • 9 hours ago
  • Jefferson City, TN
  • 9 hours ago

The RN - Assistant Director of Nursing assists the Director of Nursing (DON) in planning, organizing, developing, and directing the overall operation of the Nursing Services department to ensure the...

Director Clinical Services - East TN Behavioral Health

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 21 hours ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 21 hours ago

Overview Acadia Healthcare's purpose is to Lead Care With Light and our mission is to be a world-class organization that sets the standard for excellence in the treatment of mental health and...

RN Director of Nursing

  • Morristown, TN
  • 1 day ago
  • Morristown, TN
  • 1 day ago

The RN Director of Nursing plans, organizes, develops, and directs the overall operation of the Nursing department to ensure the highest degree of quality patient care in accordance with all applicable...

Director, Nursing Administration - Inpatient Rehab

  • Memphis, TN
  • 4 days ago
  • Memphis, TN
  • 4 days ago

Acts in the capacity of both the Director of Nursing and Charge Nurse providing direct patient care....

Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)

  • Nashville, TN
  • 4 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 4 days ago

Responsibilities Assistant Director of Nursing Opportunity offering $10,000 retention bonus!...

Chief Nursing Officer

  • Jackson, TN
  • 4 days ago
  • Jackson, TN
  • 4 days ago

Two years' experience in psychiatric clinical working environment with children and adolescents, nursing management and/or supervision experience is required....

Chief Nursing Officer (CNO)

  • Powell, TN
  • 5 days ago
  • Powell, TN
  • 5 days ago

Overview Critical Illness Recovery Hospital CHIEF NURSING OFFICER (CNO) At Select Specialty/Regency Hospitals, a division of Select Medical, we care for chronically and critically ill or post-ICU...

Director of Nursing Memory Care

  • Franklin, TN
  • 5 days ago
  • Franklin, TN
  • 5 days ago

As a DIRECTOR OF NURSING, your work is essential to providing for the daily needs and activities of Morning Pointe residents....

Director of Nursing and Allied Health

  • Jackson, TN
  • 5 days ago
  • Jackson, TN
  • 5 days ago

Title: Director of Nursing and Allied Health Employee Classification: Executive/Admin & Managerial Institution: TCAT-Jackson Department: Administration Campus Location: TCAT Jackson Job Summary Coordinate...

Director of Nursing LPN

  • Murfreesboro, TN
  • 6 days ago
  • Murfreesboro, TN
  • 6 days ago

Experience: A proven track record in nursing leadership, preferably in senior living or long-term care environments....

Demographic Data for Tennessee

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Salary for Director of Nursing Jobs in Tennessee

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 Tennessee 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 Tennessee
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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