How much does a Director of Nursing make in Colorado? The average Director of Nursing salary in Colorado is $264,090 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $225,790 and $307,190. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

Director of Nursing Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Director of Nursing Salary $190,920 CO March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Director of Nursing Salary $225,790 CO March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Director of Nursing Salary $264,090 CO March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Director of Nursing Salary $307,190 CO March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Director of Nursing Salary $346,430 CO March 26, 2024
25% $225,790 10% $190,920 90% $346,430 75% $307,190 $264,090 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Director of Nursing develops and implements nursing policies, objectives, and initiatives. Plans and directs all nursing personnel. Being a Director of Nursing ensures that all patients receive the highest quality care. Reviews nursing department operations to ensure compliance with established standards. In addition, Director of Nursing requires a master's degree in area of specialty. Typically reports to top management. The Director of Nursing manages a departmental function within a broader corporate function. Develops major goals to support broad functional objectives. Approves policies developed within various sub-functions and departments. Comprehensive knowledge of the overall departmental function. Working as a Director of Nursing typically requires 8+ years of managerial experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Jefferson, CO Avg. Salary $263,567 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Agate, CO Avg. Salary $258,129 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Aguilar, CO Avg. Salary $248,032 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Akron, CO Avg. Salary $250,880 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alamosa, CO Avg. Salary $248,032 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Allenspark, CO Avg. Salary $270,557 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alma, CO Avg. Salary $264,343 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Almont, CO Avg. Salary $265,638 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Amherst, CO Avg. Salary $245,961 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Anton, CO Avg. Salary $260,977 Date Updated March 26, 2024

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