Why is optimism an important quality of a good nurse leader? In the current healthcare climate, nursing staff and leaders seem to be confronted daily with matters that may lend themselves to fostering a pessimistic attitude. Nurse leaders are facing serious and…
As a doctor of leadership I have seen, read and observed many definitions of the term nurse leader. My own simple definition of leadership is “one who inspires and grows people.” In other words, a leader is concerned for the wellbeing…
Rapid changes in the healthcare environment require that nursing leaders begin to examine their leadership skillset and develop a whole new cadre of modern competencies. This new skillset will ensure that the leaders can keep up with the pace of…
As a doctor of leadership I have seen, read and observed many definitions of the term leader. My own simple definition of leadership is “one who inspires and grows people.” In other words, a nurse leader is concerned for the wellbeing of…
After years of hard work, you are finally being offered a chance to step into a healthcare leadership position. This is a big moment, and definitely cause for celebration; leadership is a profound responsibility and indicates recognition and appreciation for your hard…
Nurse leadership is a topic that is a bit mysterious. How do you engage, encourage, communicate with, and motivate your staff to do what needs to be done? There is no shortage of theories that describe leadership styles. As an Executive Coach…
As a nurse leader, I can say that we are faced with so much responsibility and expectations. Our relationship with subordinates goes a long way to determine if the job gets done efficiently. Our attitude and words play a big role in…
Bullying, incivility, rudeness, irritability, compassion fatigue, and burnout are rampant in nursing. And it doesn’t make sense when nursing is the place you expect to find the most caring and empathetic people in the world. Part of the “job” in nursing means you…
“What do you need me to do?” She was the supervisor and I was the new graduate nurse. Since we have been working together prior to my graduation, she allowed me to delegate to her. As a nursing assistant for a…
Leadership is commonly attributed to and expected of people who are in nursing management and administrative positions. While it is true that effective managers must be effective leaders, leadership is not the sole domain of managers. As a matter of…