How much does a Director of Nursing make in Maryland? The average Director of Nursing salary in Maryland is $266,990 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $228,190 and $310,490. 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 $192,865 MD March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Director of Nursing Salary $228,190 MD March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Director of Nursing Salary $266,990 MD March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Director of Nursing Salary $310,490 MD March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Director of Nursing Salary $350,094 MD March 26, 2024
25% $228,190 10% $192,865 90% $350,094 75% $310,490 $266,990 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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    Master's Degree or MBA

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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Dundalk, MD Avg. Salary $266,156 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Abell, MD Avg. Salary $286,868 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Aberdeen, MD Avg. Salary $260,719 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD Avg. Salary $262,272 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Abingdon, MD Avg. Salary $260,977 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Accident, MD Avg. Salary $231,721 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Accokeek, MD Avg. Salary $287,645 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Adamstown, MD Avg. Salary $281,431 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Allen, MD Avg. Salary $275,217 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Andrews Air Force Base, MD Avg. Salary $288,163 Date Updated March 26, 2024

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