Director of Nursing, Women's Services
Listed compensation
$159k-$254k
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, nights and shift pattern and time off.
Job Description
The Nursing Director coordinates activities and organizational initiatives that enable VCU Health System to be recognized within the healthcare community for excellence in nursing and continued recognition as a Magnet Hospital by the American Nurses Credentialing Center.
The Nursing Director is responsible for implementing, communicating, monitoring and evaluating professional practices, activities and strategies.
Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire:
Current RN licensure in Virginia or eligible or compact state
Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment:
Current RN licensure in Virginia
Experience REQUIRED
Minimum of Seven (7) years of relevant clinical experience with Three (3) years of progressive leadership or management experience
Experience PREFERRED
Experience in academic medical center environment
Education/training REQUIRED
Masters Degree in Nursing or a related field. from an accredited school.
If Masters Degree is not in Nursing, then it is a requirement to have a Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing from an accredited school.
Education/training PREFERRED
- Masters Degree in Nursing from an accredited program
- Certification in specialty area
Independent Action(s) Required
- All day-to-day operations of the unit are handled independently.
- Advice and guidance are sought from the Leadership Team Director on an as needed situational basis and when there is a major impact on activity outside the unit.
- Actions that are taken without prior approval include daily operational functions and leadership of staff.
Advice and guidance are sought for termination of employees, handling employee grievances, review of annual unit goals and budget, approval on unit guidelines and procedures and review of staff annual performance evaluations.
Supervisory Responsibilities (If Applicable)
Has full authority and accountability for actions and decisions within the scope of the position description and hospital policies and procedures.
All employees of the nursing unit report to this position; however, supervisory responsibilities may be delegated as appropriate.
Additional Position Requirements
Required frequent visibility on all shifts and weekends to enhance staff communication and monitor staff effectiveness.
Age Specific groups served: N/A
- Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate):
- Physical: Physical - Lifting less than 20 lbs.
- Other: describe - exposure to potentially hazardous and infectious substances
Activities: Prolonged standing, Prolonged sitting, Frequent bending, Walking (distance), Climbing (steps, ladder, other), Reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive), Repetitive motion
Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking
Emotional: Fast pace environment, Steady pace, Able to handle multiple priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Noisy environment, Able to adapt to frequent change
Compensation Range
$158,870.00 - $254,176.00
Actual salary offers will be based on several key factors to include relevant work experience, credentials, and qualifications.
EEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran
Key Responsibilities
The Nursing Director coordinates organizational initiatives to maintain Magnet Hospital recognition and oversees daily unit operations. They are responsible for implementing professional practices, managing staff, and evaluating unit performance.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Master's degree in Nursing or a related field and possess current RN licensure in Virginia. A minimum of seven years of clinical experience and three years of progressive leadership experience is required.
Qualifications
- Education
- Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience
Key Skills
Registered Nurse Career Context
Of the 40 active Nursing Leadership listings this role was benchmarked against, 18% are remote, 43% have no call, 73% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Virginia is 101.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$207k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $204k in an average-cost state. 61.1% of Virginia clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $159k–$254k | Nursing Leadership median $115k (middle half $100k–$135k)107 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$204k in purchasing power | Virginia index 101.1 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Nursing Leadership listings in Virginia | 165 active | 5,854 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 18% remote · 43% no call · 73% no weekends40 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Virginia Registered Nurse listings: 8% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 14% offer loan repayment165 active listings, Nov 2026 |
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