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Director Of Nursing

A Director of Nursing oversees nursing duties in a hospital or other healthcare facility. You’ll manage nursing staff and coordinate nursing programs. Directors of Nursing make sure patient care and compliance standards are being adhered to and deal with any problems that arise. You may also prepare reports and budgets for nursing departments.

Directors of Nursing should have strong leadership skills and excellent problem solving abilities. You’ll need to be a good communicator and be able to deal with nursing staff, patients and other health care professionals. Directors of Nursing must be organised and be able to deal with several tasks at one time.

Future demand High
Average yearly income $134,992
Skill level Unknown

How do I become a director of nursing?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced

Master of Nursing

Blended, Online
12 - 36 months
$0 - $53,280
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Graduate Certificate in Nursing

Blended, Online
6 - 12 months
$0 - $13,320
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
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