By Rose O. Sherman, EdD, RN, FAAN It may not surprise you to learn that the highest turnover in most nursing organizations occurs with new graduates in their first year of nursing practice. The National Council of State Boards of Nursing (2011) in the United States reports that this turnover is 25 percent a year. This is a significant issue when you consider … [Read more...]
Courage in Nursing Leadership
By Rose O. Sherman, EdD, RN, FAAN In the past, courage has not been recognized as an important attribute for nurse leaders. This is changing. In my recent conversations with current nurse leaders about what our future nurse leaders will need, the ability to act courageously is increasingly part of the discussion. Without question, innovation is needed in health care … [Read more...]
Taking Charge – Are You Ready?
By Rose O. Sherman, EdD, RN, FAAN “I am just not sure that I am ready to take charge on my unit. I know I have leadership skills but I am a relatively new nurse. Am I really ready to assume all this responsibility? My nurse manager thinks I have excellent leadership potential and is encouraging me to take the plunge. But what if the staff does not respect me in the role … [Read more...]
Leading from Where You Stand
By Rose O. Sherman, EdD, RN, FAAN "If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more and become more, you are a leader." - John Quincy Adams I cringe when I hear nurses say "I am just a staff nurse". You don't have to be a chief nursing officer or a nurse manager to "lead". You can lead from wherever you are in the organization. If you manage your … [Read more...]
Why is Change so Hard?
By Rose O. Sherman, EdD, RN, FAAN "Everyone thinks of changing the world, but no one thinks of changing himself" Leo Tolstoy Many nurse leaders today will readily admit that one of their most significant challenges is dealing with the rapid changes occurring in the health care environment. This change is happening on many levels. Organizations are introducing new … [Read more...]
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