Emerging Nurse Leader

A leadership development blog

Scheduling Touchpoints with Your Generation Z Nurses

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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...]

What is Trending Now for Nurse Leaders

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By Rose O. Sherman, EdD, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN The first quarter of 2026 is over, yet the healthcare environment remains turbulent, with some strong headwinds ahead as health systems continue to evaluate the potential financial impact of HR-1. Here is what I see trending now as I meet with nurse leaders across the country. Union activity continues to increase across the … [Read more...]

Why Gen Z Nurses are Ghosting Your Unit Councils (and How to Fix It)

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By Rose O. Sherman, EdD, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN The landscape of our workforce has shifted dramatically, yet many of our professional governance structures remain frozen in a 1990s time capsule. When I talk to nurse leaders across the country, a common frustration emerges: "We have the councils, but we can't get anyone to show up—especially our younger nurses." Press Ganey data in … [Read more...]

Nurse Leader Research – Gender Affirming Care

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Cory Rivera is a DNP student at Case Western Reserve University and a Patient Care Coordinator at the Morgan Stanley Children's Hospital in New York City. He would deeply appreciate your participation in his DNP study. A Note from Cory This research survey contains questions pertaining to participants’ sexuality and gender identity. The inclusion of these items is … [Read more...]

Managing the Escalation of Violent Behaviors in Healthcare

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By Rose O. Sherman, EdD, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN In almost every session I do, nurse leaders talk about the escalation of violent behavior from patients and family members. Almost everyone agrees it is out of control, but solving the problem is complex. Many health systems have clear behavioral guidelines and a zero tolerance for incivility and violence. But enforcing these rules … [Read more...]