Emerging Nurse Leader

A leadership development blog

How to Exit a Position Gracefully

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By Rose O. Sherman, EdD, RN, FAAN How do you leave a difficult job situation without conveying anger?  This was an interesting question asked of me by a leader whose position was eliminated after 25 years in her organization. She was given no options for other employment as the employer was downsizing.  She will receive a fair severance package but was heartbroken about … [Read more...]

The Experience-Complexity Gap Nursing Shortage

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By Rose O. Sherman, EdD, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN My leadership development and coaching work takes me to every region of the country.  It is always intriguing when I ask the question as to whether a particular geographic region is experiencing a shortage of nursing applicants.  Some areas are in the midst of severe shortages which includes a limited supply of even new … [Read more...]

Mindfulness in Leadership

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By Rose O. Sherman, EdD, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN A nurse manager recently asked me for advice on how to slow down.  She said she was worried about her ability to maintain the pace of work that she had set for herself.  These concerns are not unique to this nurse leader.  In our chaotic and fast-paced healthcare environment, it can be challenging to slow down, observe, and … [Read more...]

Holding Nurses Accountable for Mistakes

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By Rose O. Sherman, EdD, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN What do you do when an experienced nurse will not take responsibility for her mistakes?  This is a performance management issue that a nurse manager recently discussed in a leadership development program. The manager had tried many approaches over a five-year time-frame to help this nurse gain insight into her behavior but none … [Read more...]

When Environments are not Psychologically Safe

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By Rose O. Sherman, EdD, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN A senior nursing leader that I am coaching is facing a challenging situation.  One of the key members of the executive team demonstrates bullying behaviors that have created a culture that is not psychologically safe.  The organization has excellent performance on key metrics.  This leader is seen by the CEO as a "get it done" person … [Read more...]