Director of Nursing Jobs in Wisconsin

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) Senior Living

  • American Baptist Homes of the Midwest
  • Muskego, WI
  • 7 hours ago
  • Muskego, WI
  • 7 hours ago

Director of Nursing (DON) Senior Living $105,000$120,000/year | Full-Time Days Tudor Oaks Senior Living | Wisconsin Tudor Oaks Senior Living is seeking a Director of Nursing (DON) to lead clinical operations...

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ADON (Assistant Director of Nursing) at LindenGrove Waukesha $2,000 SIGN-ON BONUS

  • Illuminus
  • Waukesha, WI
  • 8 hours ago
  • Waukesha, WI
  • 8 hours ago

Job Type Full-time Description ADON (Assistant Director of Nursing) at LindenGrove Waukesha 425 N....

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Chief Nursing Officer

  • Van Matre Encompass Health Rehabilitation Institute
  • Sharon, WI
  • 14 hours ago
  • Sharon, WI
  • 14 hours 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...

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ADON (Assistant Director of Nursing) at LindenGrove Menomonee Falls

  • Illuminus
  • Menomonee Falls, WI
  • 2 days ago
  • Menomonee Falls, WI
  • 2 days ago

Job Type Full-time Description ADON (Assistant Director of Nursing) at LindenGrove Menomonee Falls LindenGrove Menomonee Falls, an Illuminus Community, is looking for a Registered Nurse (RN)....

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Chief Nursing Officer, Saint Mary's Hospital in Madison, Wisconsin

  • SSM Health
  • Madison, WI
  • 2 days ago
  • Madison, WI
  • 2 days ago

It's more than a career, it's a calling WI-SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - Madison Worker Type: Regular Job Highlights: Named 150 Top Places to Work in Healthcare 2025 - Becker's Healthcare Named...

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Director of Nursing RN

  • New Perspective
  • Waukesha, WI
  • 5 days ago
  • Waukesha, WI
  • 5 days ago

Join our team at New Perspective Senior Living as the Director of Nursing (Health & Wellness Director) for our Assisted Living and Memory Care communities!...

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Director of Nursing

  • Dodge County
  • Juneau, WI
  • 6 days ago
  • Juneau, WI
  • 6 days ago

Status: Full Time, Exempt Starting Wage: $52.48/hr. Application Review Date: June 12th, 2026 Please submit a Cover Letter and Resume with application. Dodge County offers a generous benefits...

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Director- Nursing - Acute Care Services

  • Aspirus Health
  • Wausau, WI
  • 6 days ago
  • Wausau, WI
  • 6 days ago

Aspirus Wausau Hospital in WAUSAU, WI is seeking a DIRECTOR- NURSING -ACUTE CARE SERVICES to join our team!...

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Technology Educator - Nursing Admin

  • Aspirus Health
  • Wausau, WI
  • 6 days ago
  • Wausau, WI
  • 6 days ago

Compassion. Accountability. Collaboration. Foresight. Joy. These are the Aspirus Core Values; and we are looking for the BEST around to join us as we demonstrate those values Every. Single. Day....

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Director of Nursing (DON) - Full-Time Exempt

  • Ashland Health Services
  • Ashland, WI
  • 7 days ago
  • Ashland, WI
  • 7 days ago

#LI-MS1 Director of Nursing (RN) - Skilled Nursing Facility in Ashland, WI We are in search of a new nursing leader! Up to 130k, depending on experience!...

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Assistant Director of Nursing - Full-Time/Part-Time/Casual All Shifts

  • North Shore Healthcare
  • Stevens Point, WI
  • 7 days ago
  • Stevens Point, WI
  • 7 days ago

##LI-MJ1 Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) - RN 50-bed Skilled Nursing Facility in Stevens Point, WI Salaried wage up to $108k #NSHCRN Trust, engagement, competence, respect and passion these are...

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Assistant Director of Nursing - Full-Time

  • North Shore Healthcare
  • Howards Grove, WI
  • 8 days ago
  • Howards Grove, WI
  • 8 days ago

#LI-SA1 Assistant Director of Nursing Opportunity Sheboygan Progressive Health Services We're hiring an experienced RN leader ready to take the next step!...

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Assistant Director of Nursing

  • The Glenn Hopkins
  • Sun Prairie, WI
  • 8 days ago
  • Sun Prairie, WI
  • 8 days ago

Assistant Director of Nursing Responsibilities: The Assistant Director of Nursing completes initial assessment of potential residents to assure that their needs will be met....

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Assistant Director of Nursing - Full-Time

  • North Shore Healthcare Support Center
  • Elroy, WI
  • 9 days ago
  • Elroy, WI
  • 9 days ago

#LI-SH1 Assistant Director of Nursing - RN Skilled Nursing Facility Wage up to $109k, based on experience NSHC1 Trust, engagement, competence, respect and passion - these are the values under which...

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Director of Nursing

  • Charter Senior Living
  • Verona, WI
  • 10 days ago
  • Verona, WI
  • 10 days ago

Director of Nursing (DON) / Health & Wellness Director Charter Senior Living of Verona- Verona, WI Pay starting between: $85,000-$90,000 /yr Looking for our next all-star Director of Nursing (DON) /...

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Demographic Data for Wisconsin

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Salary for Director of Nursing Jobs in Wisconsin

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 Wisconsin offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
31.4%
Associate's Degree
19.6%
Master's Degree
19.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.2%
High School or GED
10.9%
Doctorate Degree
3.7%
Some College
0.9%
Some High School
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Director of Nursings in Wisconsin
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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