About the posting
“All employees of the nursing unit report to this position; however, supervisory responsibilities may be delegated as appropriate.”
Read the full posting on VCU Health's site
Seen live Oct 23, 2026; first seen Oct 10, 2026.
Pay in context
VCU Health does not list pay for this role. 9 percent of nursing postings in Richmond, VA area do; their median is $91,700.
How long it has been open
Posted Oct 8, 2026, 16 days ago, and seen on VCU Health's careers page today.
At 16 days old, it is under the 23-day median.
VCU Health's postings we have seen close took a median of 3 days.
VCU Health at a glance
VCU Health has 364 open postings that we can see, 122 in nursing; 0 percent list pay.
The application
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Seniority
Level: director.
Place and cost of living
On site in Richmond, VA area; prices in VA run 1 percent above the US average.
The nursing market in Richmond, VA area
126 nursing postings in Richmond, VA area are open right now, from 13 employers.
Half of them have been open 23 days or less.
From VCU Health's posting
This is VCU Health's own text, as published on its job board. We last checked it on Oct 23, 2026. Apply on VCU Health's site. We remove a posting when the employer closes it.
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 ten (10) years of relevant clinical experience with five (5) 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.
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