Pays $95k-$105k — $13k below the Nursing Leadership market median of ~$118k (131 jobs)
About the Role
Director of Nursing at Quest Inc. $95K-$105K. Lead nursing operations in ICF/IDD residential program. Brandon, FL.
Join Quest Inc. as a Director of Nursing – Tampa, FL in Brandon, Florida. Company Overview Quest, Inc. makes a difference in the lives of nearly 600 people each day.
Benefits & Compensation
- Salary: $95K - $105K
- Student loan repayment assistance.
- Medical Coverage: HRA, FSA, premium discounts, wellness credits, free virtual and Minute Clinic visits, free imaging, and surgery
- Dental and vision coverage
- Company paid life, short- and long-term disability insurance
- 401(k) with up to 2.5% match
- Tuition assistance and reimbursement
- Employee assistance program
Work Schedule
- Full-Time position.
- Call responsibilities required.
This position offers student loan benefits. Work with Quest Inc. in Brandon, Florida.
Key Responsibilities
The Director of Nursing will lead clinical operations within an ICF/IDD residential program, ensuring regulatory compliance and high-quality person-centered care. This role involves supervising nursing staff, managing clinical documentation, and fostering collaborative relationships with families and healthcare providers.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a current unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in Florida and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN). The position requires at least 3 years of nursing experience, including 2 years in a leadership or management capacity.
Qualifications
- Education
- Bachelor degree
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Nursing Administration — Registered Nurse Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Florida is 103.4 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$100k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $97k in an average-cost state. 58.1% of Florida clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Location & Logistics
Florida has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$100k midpoint, that is roughly $4k–$7k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
Position Insights
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