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Bilquis Ali
Nov 4, 20242 min read
My Top 5 Must-Have to Be Survey Ready
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...


Bilquis Ali
Oct 27, 20245 min read
Beyond the Clock: How Focusing on Value Can Boost Your Income as a DON
When I first stepped into the role of Director of Nursing, I was like many others—I focused on how much I’d make per hour. It seemed...


Bilquis Ali
Oct 26, 20245 min read
Top 5 Challenges for Directors of Nursing and How to Tackle Them Like a Pro
Being a Director of Nursing comes with its fair share of challenges. Some days, it can feel like you’re carrying the weight of the world...


Bilquis Ali
Oct 5, 20243 min read
Deposition: A Nurse's Unexpected Call to Testify
Sitting at the table working on my laptop, my cell phone rang. I answered, and the caller introduced themselves as "so and so from so and...


Bilquis Ali
Oct 3, 20243 min read
Shift Success: How to Take Charge as an LPN in Long-Term Care
I started my career as an LPN. I still remember the excitement of graduating and landing my first position in a nursing home. I proudly...


Bilquis Ali
Sep 29, 20244 min read
How to Transform Your Facility in 90 Days
Yes, I know what you're thinking— “Really? How am I supposed to do that?” But here’s the thing: you can, and you will. Transformation...


Bilquis Ali
Sep 27, 20242 min read
What Keeps You Up At Night?
Can you relate to that picture? Waking up frantically in the middle of the night, heart racing as you scramble to answer the phone. I...


Bilquis Ali
Sep 21, 20243 min read
Implementing New Policies: How to Roll Out New Policies Without Losing Your Team's Trust
Let’s face it—implementing new policies can feel like you’ve just been handed a bomb with the timer already ticking. I remember getting...


Bilquis Ali
Sep 19, 20242 min read
10 Tips for Nursing Leaders to Prepare for the Weekend
Wow, here we meet again. It's Thursday and the weekend is already upon us! But before you rush out the door, let's take a moment to...


Bilquis Ali
Sep 17, 20243 min read
When to Walk Away: Knowing It's Time to Leave Your Job as a Director of Nursing
As a coach and mentor, I'm frequently asked, "When is it time to throw in the towel?" And honestly, my answer is pretty much the same...
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