Emerging Nurse Leader

A leadership development blog

When Interprofessional Teamwork Efforts Fail

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By Rose O. Sherman, EdD, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN A manager recently asked me how she could build Interprofessional teamwork on her surgical unit when the surgical residents had been given the option of opting out on bedside rounds.   Her patient satisfaction scores involving communication with health providers were low. Her process to introduce the rounding was well thought … [Read more...]

Exercising More Leadership Diplomacy

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By Rose O. Sherman, EdD, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN A nurse leader colleague shared with me that she had received her 360 degree feedback results.  A theme in the responses from her peers, supervisor and direct reports was that she often lacked diplomacy when working with others.  This was very helpful feedback because a lack of diplomacy could stall her leadership advancement and … [Read more...]

Group Think

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By Rose O. Sherman, EdD, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN Group Think has been defined as psychological phenomenon that occurs within a group of people when the desire for harmony or conformity in the group results in an incorrect or flawed decision-making outcome. Group members try to minimize conflict and reach a consensus decision without critical evaluation of alternative ideas or … [Read more...]

Improving your Organizational Skills

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By Rose O. Sherman I received an email from a blog reader who wanted suggestions and tips for becoming more organized in a Nurse Manager role.  This is a great topic because it is so easy to become overwhelmed with work in front-line leadership positions. I use the analogy of a sandwich - with managers being the filling in the middle.  There is pressure from above to … [Read more...]

Three Leadership Success Factors

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By Rose O. Sherman, EdD, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN Young nurse leaders often ask me how they can stand out among other high performers.  The reality is that there is no secret sauce but there are certain leadership behaviors that do get noticed.  Part of the reason is because many leaders don't make the commitment or take the time to invest in these success factors. Success Factor … [Read more...]