Hey boo hey! Let’s dive into my top five must-haves to be survey ready! Number 1: Rounding with a Purpose Let me see if you guessed...

When people ask me, "What does a Director of Nursing (DON) do?" I often respond, "What don’t they do?" And I think that’s a fair...

I remember having a meeting with my previous administrator, who knew I aspired to be a Director of Nursing. He told me that I would make...

I’ve been navigating the challenges of my career as I transitioned from LPN to DON. One of the most important lessons I’ve learned along...

You ever get the call from the administrator saying, "We need to meet?" Suddenly, your stomach drops, unsure of what the conversation is...

In the role of Director of Nursing, you’ll quickly realize that you are always the teacher. Your team will come to you for guidance,...

Throughout my years of being a nurse and then transitioning into the leadership role of a Director of Nursing (DON), there are certain...

What a freaking day—scratch that—what a freaking few weeks it’s been! I can’t believe we’re already in the last quarter of the year. Time...

You finally land your dream job—the Director of Nursing. It’s the position you envisioned yourself in ever since you first became a...

In case no one told you today, you are a badass. Yes, you! I recently read You Are a Badass  by Jen Sincero, and it hit home. Not only do...

If you’ve been losing sleep over staffing issues, I know exactly how you feel. As a Director of Nursing, one of the biggest challenges I...

As a leader, it’s easy to think that putting in long hours, handling crises, and checking off tasks is a sign of improvement. But the...