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Bilquis Ali
Nov 6, 20243 min read
The Silent Superpower: Communication Skills for DONs
In nursing leadership, communication isn’t just another skill—it’s the core of everything we do. As a Director of Nursing (DON), I’ve...


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 10, 20243 min read
The Director of Nursing: Always the Teacher, Forever the Student
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,...


Bilquis Ali
Oct 9, 20243 min read
5 Underutilized Skills for a Director of Nursing
Throughout my years of being a nurse and then transitioning into the leadership role of a Director of Nursing (DON), there are certain...


Bilquis Ali
Oct 8, 20244 min read
7 Ways to Overcome Leadership Stress
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...


Bilquis Ali
Oct 7, 20242 min read
Commit to Practice, Not Perfection
I know you’ve heard it, just like I did— practice makes perfect . But let’s be real, there’s no such thing as perfect. What we often...

Bilquis Ali
Oct 7, 20243 min read
Dear Director of Nursing, Are You Ready to Strengthen Your Team and Lead with Confidence?
As a Director of Nursing, you already know the secret to success: you are only as strong as the team you build. Your team’s success is...
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