ObjectiveTo explore the management mode of head nurse-grading training, in order to enhance the management of nursing care and promote nursing quality. MethodFrom June 2013 to June 2014, we established head nurse-grading training management institutions and designed the head nurse-grading training management scheme, based on which we carried out training for assistant nurses, nursing officers, and new and old head nurses. The effects were compared before and after the training. ResultsAfter the implementation of grading training of head nurses, the quality of nursing management, nursing quality, satisfaction of nurses and patients were all significantly improved (P<0.05). ConclusionsGrading training for head nurses and let the most appropriate nursing staff work at the best of time on the most needed jobs can constantly improve quality of care and meet the needs of nurses and patients.