Bilquis Ali2 days ago2 minResponsiblities of a Director of Nursing in the Nursing Home SettingWhen 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...
Bilquis Ali3 days ago2 minAre You Ready to Become a Director of Nursing? Embracing Growth and CommunityI 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...
Bilquis Ali4 days ago2 minThe Importance of Building a Strong Foundation as a Nurse LeaderI’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...
Bilquis AliOct 41 minDear DON: You’ve Got Grit, Grace, and You Are A BadassIn 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...
Bilquis AliSep 272 minWhat 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 AliSep 252 minFrom One DON to Another: The Heart and Hustle of Being a DONI 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...