By Rose O. Sherman, EdD, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN One of the most challenging issues in acute care settings right now is managing preceptor burnout. As units have become more novice nurse dense, there are fewer experienced and expert staff to precept them. Many leaders tell me they see a version of "maternal attachment disorder" playing out on their units where burned out precetors … [Read more...]
Are NPs Becoming Less Satisfied with the APP Role?
By Rose O. Sherman, EdD, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN In recent focus groups and sessions I have conducted, some nurse managers now report an interesting new trend - NPs who want to return to Acute Care Environments in staff nurse roles. While the Nurse Practitioner (NP) role is among the fastest-growing and generally one of the higher-paying roles in healthcare, recent data … [Read more...]
The Power of Cognitive Rounding
By Rose O. Sherman, EdD, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN In our current healthcare landscape, we are seeing a massive shift in the experience levels of our frontline staff. In recent blogs, I have been discussing the "Inverted Pyramid"—where our most experienced nurses are moving into leadership or retirement, leaving a foundation of novice nurses who are technically capable but still … [Read more...]
Three Hospitals Under One Roof
By Rose O. Sherman, EdD, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN I recently reviewed the Press Ganey Health Safety 2026 report, and one finding stopped me in my tracks. It’s a concept they call "Three Hospitals Under One Roof." As I talk with nurse leaders across the country, I often hear a common frustration: "Rose, I feel like I’m managing three different organizations depending on the … [Read more...]
Scheduling Touchpoints with Your Generation Z Nurses
By Rose O. Sherman, EdD, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN For Gen Z, work is deeply relational. They don’t just want a boss; they want a coach who is invested in their growth. Unlike previous generations who might have viewed "no news as good news," Gen Z interprets silence as a lack of support. In my leadership sessions with nurse managers, I often hear, "Rose, I feel like I'm … [Read more...]
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