By Rose O. Sherman, EdD, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN Some of the most troubling conversations I have with leaders today concern a growing number of nurses who seem to lack empathy. Caring for patients in a way that projects concern and empathy has always been a core value in nursing. Leaders see an increasing number of new graduates who view nursing as a potentially well-paying job … [Read more...]
What’s Trending Now for Nurse Leaders
By Rose O. Sherman, EdD, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN As we approach the end of 2024, the trending topics that nurse leaders are talking about right now include the following: The work of nurses, especially in acute care environments, is increasingly complex due to higher patient acuity, sustained patient volumes, and documentation requirements to achieve full reimbursement. … [Read more...]
Ensuring Fairness to Nursing Staff
By Rose O. Sherman, EdD, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN During a recent leadership development program, several nurse leaders asked for guidance in handling staff complaints that the leader was unfair. One nurse manager shared her story: I have been accused of being unfair more frequently in the last six months than my entire leadership career. I am unsure what is driving the behavior … [Read more...]
Coaching New Graduates About Career Options
By Rose O. Sherman, EdD, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN Nurse leaders are concerned about the number of new graduates who enter their practice settings and immediately start an NP program. Consider the story one leader shared on a recent webinar. Several new graduates I recently hired have approached me about schedule changes to accommodate their "graduate school" plans. These days, … [Read more...]
A Travel Nurse Leader’s Perspective on Supporting Frontline Nurse Leaders
By Rose O. Sherman, EdD, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN One of the benefits of working with health systems across the country is that you gain insight on both best practices and areas where leadership practice could be strengthened. I was therefore interested to hear the perspective of Jonathan Uugno Delmundo, a seasoned nurse leader who has spent the last eight years of his 35-year … [Read more...]
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