Director of Nursing Jobs in Texas

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

Minimum of 1 year teaching experience in pre-licensure nursing education program....

RN Assistant Director of Nursing

  • Big Spring, TX
  • 30+ days ago
  • Big Spring, TX
  • 30+ days ago

Are you a compassionate and driven Registered Nurse (RN) with a passion for making a difference in long-term care?...

Chief Nursing Officer

  • Claude, TX
  • 30+ days ago
  • Claude, TX
  • 30+ days ago

Two years of recent (within the last 5 years) Nursing Management experience, with responsibilities including 24-hour accountability, FTE management, policy, procedure, and budgetary oversight, as well...

Dialysis Nursing Director

  • San Antonio, TX
  • 60+ days ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 60+ days ago

University Health is one of the largest employers in San Antonio. We are a nationally recognized teaching hospital and consistently recognized as a leader in advanced treatment options, new...

PICU - Director Nursing

  • Dallas, TX
  • 1 hour ago
  • Dallas, TX
  • 1 hour ago

Job Title & Specialty Area: Director Nursing Department:PICU Location: Dallas Shift: Job Type: (On-Site) Why Childrens Health?...

Director of Clinical Services - Cedar Crest

  • Belton, TX
  • 1 hour ago
  • Belton, TX
  • 1 hour ago

Position Summary: The Director of Clinical Services will oversee the clinical programs at Cedar Crest Hospital, a leading behavioral health facility. This position ensures the delivery of...

Director of Nursing Labor and Delivery

  • New Braunfels, TX
  • 2 hours ago
  • New Braunfels, TX
  • 2 hours ago

Job Summary and Qualifications Seeking a Director of Nursing for Labor & Delivery at Methodist Hospital who is responsible for facilitating, coordinating and delegating the delivery of patient care...

Restorative Aide

  • Dallas, TX
  • 3 hours ago
  • Dallas, TX
  • 3 hours ago

Facility Name: Kindred Hospital Dallas Central, LTAC Hospital Schedule: PRN Your experience matters Lifepoint Rehabilitation is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network...

BCBA Sr Director Clinical Services

  • Cypress, TX
  • 10 hours ago
  • Cypress, TX
  • 10 hours ago

Overview Behavioral Innovations is Growing – Now Hiring Sr. Director of Clinical Services (BCBA) at our Fairfield Treatment Center in Cypress, TX (Mason Rd.)!! For 25 years, Behavioral Innovations...

Director of Nursing Training Program

  • TX
  • 11 hours ago
  • TX
  • 11 hours ago

Nursing or other Long Term Care setting preferred You'll receive personalized support from a dedicated mentor/preceptor throughout this paid training program....

Director of Nursing Labor and Delivery

  • San Antonio, TX
  • 12 hours ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 12 hours ago

**Job Summary and Qualifications** Seeking a Director of Nursing for Labor & Delivery at **Methodist Hospital** who is responsible for facilitating, coordinating and delegating the delivery of patient...

Director of Nursing Heart Hospital Fort Worth

  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 14 hours ago
  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 14 hours ago

Note: Benefits may vary based on position type and/or level Job Summary As Director of Nursing, you oversee nursing practice in various healthcare settings....

Director Nursing Heart Hospital Waxahachie

  • Waxahachie, TX
  • 14 hours ago
  • Waxahachie, TX
  • 14 hours ago

Note: Benefits may vary based on position type and/or level Job Summary As Director of Nursing, you oversee nursing practice in various healthcare settings....

Director Of Nurses - Hospice

  • Tyler, TX
  • 21 hours ago
  • Tyler, TX
  • 21 hours ago

Overview Are you in search of a new career opportunity that makes a meaningful impact? If so, now is the time to find your calling at Enhabit Home Health & Hospice. As a national leader in...

Director of Nursing Home Health

  • Kyle, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Kyle, TX
  • 1 day ago

Free Continuing Education Units Tuition reimbursement Company paid life and long-term disability insurance Company paid parental leave with tenure for birth, adoption, and foster parents Voluntary long-term...

Demographic Data for Texas

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Salary for Director of Nursing Jobs in Texas

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 Texas 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 Texas
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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