Month: April 2026
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Why you should write your own job description as a new nurse leader
Every leadership role I’ve ever held did not exist before I took them. They were undefined, unprecedented, and… well… unclear. Getting clear on those roles was difficult, and I’ve had varying degrees of success. However, through those experiences I learned a technique that I find tremendously valuable and continue to use for every job I
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Running Your First Staff Meeting – Principles For Success
Your first staff meeting as a new leader can feel like a test you didn’t study for. The stakes feel high, you’re still unsure of yourself, and there’s pressure to perform. As a staff nurse, you may never have had to run a meeting, so it’s natural to feel some trepidation in this new territory