Hey boo hey!   💕 Let’s talk about one of my biggest frustrations as both a floor nurse and a manager: micromanagement.   If you’ve ever...

Hey boo hey! 💕 Let’s get real—if you’re anything like me, chances are you say “yes” far too often, even when every part of you is...

Hey boo hey, Today, I needed a break. A break from everything —from being a mother, a nurse leader, a business owner—all the roles that...

Hey boo hey, Let’s talk about something every Director of Nursing dreads— weekends . While the weekend should be a time to unwind (or at...

There’s a persistent and frustrating myth about nurses working in nursing homes: that they don’t have the clinical skills needed to work...

When I transitioned from the role of Unit Manager to Director of Nursing, one major area I had to improve was my organizational skills....

As nurses, whether we’re just starting out or stepping into new leadership roles, having a clear plan is essential. When you begin your...

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...

Empowering your team is everything as the Director of Nursing. I remember when I used to micromanage every task and every person—it was a...

It's Monday morning, and you're coming off the weekend. Depending on what that entails, let's dive into root cause analysis this morning...

Today was my planned Self-Care Sunday, and it felt so good to lay in bed for an extra three hours. Typically, I'm up at 4 AM, but today I...

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...

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...

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...

I know there are times when you think you’ve chosen the wrong career. Just when you feel like you’ve got it all figured out, here comes...

Ah, Wednesdays—halfway to the weekend, and let’s be honest, sometimes it feels like we’re just dragging ourselves through the week. But...

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...

Let’s be real for a minute—the role of a Director of Nursing is no walk in the park. If you’re here expecting a soft ride, I hate to...

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...

So, you're on the night shift, huh? You’ve probably heard your Director of Nursing or Nursing Supervisor mention chart checks a time or...