Director of Nursing Salary in Delaware

Director of Nursing Salary in Delaware

How much does a Director of Nursing make in Delaware? The average Director of Nursing salary in Delaware is $262,790 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $224,690 and $305,690. 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.

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Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Director of Nursing Salary $190,002 DE March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Director of Nursing Salary $224,690 DE March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Director of Nursing Salary $262,790 DE March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Director of Nursing Salary $305,690 DE March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Director of Nursing Salary $344,748 DE March 26, 2024
25% $224,690 10% $190,002 90% $344,748 75% $305,690 $262,790 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 Bear, DE Avg. Salary $269,521 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Delaware City, DE Avg. Salary $269,780 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Harrington, DE Avg. Salary $273,923 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Lewes, DE Avg. Salary $273,923 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Middletown, DE Avg. Salary $270,298 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Milford, DE Avg. Salary $273,923 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Rehoboth Beach, DE Avg. Salary $274,958 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Seaford, DE Avg. Salary $269,521 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Smyrna, DE Avg. Salary $270,816 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Bethany Beach, DE Avg. Salary $274,958 Date Updated March 26, 2024

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