Emerging Nurse Leader

A leadership development blog

Leader Behaviors that Contribute to Nurse Satisfaction

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By Rose O. Sherman, EdD, RN, NEA-BC We know from a wide range of research studies that the relationship with one's immediate supervisor plays a critical role in satisfaction and retention.  Research done by the Gallup corporation indicates that the four most valued qualities in leaders are trustworthiness, compassion, stability and the ability to foster hope.  Although … [Read more...]

Delegating in Leadership Roles

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By Rose O. Sherman, EdD, RN, FAAN       When I talk with managers especially those new to their roles, they will often tell me that they have challenges with delegation.  A good example involves staffing changes. Often staff want time off after the schedule is posted, and then ask their managers to find someone who will switch shifts with them.  … [Read more...]

Be a More Positive Leader

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By Rose O. Sherman, EdD, RN, FAAN If we look at the volatility in healthcare today, it is easy to become discouraged and negative.  Many leadership discussions begin and end with a focus on budget and performance metrics and sometimes the news is not good.  Staying positive and upbeat can be challenging in a leadership role yet it is critical for our own health and that of … [Read more...]

Key Skills for Future Nurse Executives

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By Rose O. Sherman, EdD, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN One of the challenges in leadership development is to design programs and experiences that will prepare emerging leaders for a future that could look very different from our current environment.  In an important new article in Hospital and Health Networks The Rapidly Evolving Role of Nurse Executives, author Laurie Larson went to … [Read more...]

What You Should Do If You Are Fired

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By Rose  O. Sherman, EdD, RN, FAAN "I didn’t see it then, but it turned out that getting fired from Apple was the best thing that could have ever happened to me. The heaviness of being successful was replaced by the lightness of being a beginner again, less sure about everything. It freed me to enter one of the most creative periods of my life."    Steve Jobs None of us … [Read more...]