If you’re still hesitant about using AI in nursing leadership, you’re already behind. The truth is—AI isn’t replacing nurse leaders, it’s enhancing  them. When I first started using AI, I didn’t really have a plan. I was just playing around with it, using it for small things here and there. I’ve always loved writing, and when I started using AI to help me organize my thoughts, my writing improved. Then I began using it with intention—to grow as a person, a nurse leader, and a

Excellence isn’t born at 9 a.m. — it starts long before the world wakes up. When people ask about my morning routine and I say it starts at 4 a.m.,  they usually respond with an “OMG, you’re crazy!”  But here’s the thing — this is a habit I’ve built over time, and it works for me. My daily routine is made up of small, consistent habits I’ve practiced for years. Success doesn’t come from showing up on time — it comes from showing up prepared. While you’re sleeping, I’m working

There’s something about waking up on a Monday morning, checking your phone, and seeing a 5-star review that makes you pause in gratitude. It’s not just about the stars — it’s about the reminder that your work matters . As a Director of Nursing , feedback hits different. Yesterday, after a coaching call with one of my amazing nurse leaders, I received this review: “Absolute amazing experience, super insightful and inspiring. I’m looking forward to continuing learning and growi

Hey boo hey 💜 If you’ve been in long-term care long enough, you’ve seen it — the resident who refuses therapy, refuses care, and refuses every safety intervention you try to put in place. As the Director of Nursing, you’re left worrying every time they walk across the room, knowing a fall could happen at any moment. It’s one of the hardest parts of the job — wanting to protect your residents while honoring their right to make choices, even risky ones. I recently read a post

What. A. Weak. And of course, nothing says Friday in long-term care  like ending it in a full-blown… well, you know what kind of show I’m talking about. 😂 If you know, you know. The last-minute admissions. The surprise family complaints. The staffing call-outs — all within the last two hours when you thought  you were finally about to exhale. 🩺 But Here’s the Thing — I Was Still in Control Not because the day was perfect — it wasn’t. But because my systems were. I knew what

A blog for Directors of Nursing and Nurse Leaders on building systems, reducing chaos, and leading with consistency in long-term care. Hey boo hey, If you know me, you already know — I don’t gatekeep. I share what I’ve learned because there’s enough success for all of us. We can’t make it alone. We need each other to grow, lead, and thrive. That’s what real nurse leadership development  looks like. I’m currently on another travel Director of Nursing assignment  — and let me t

If you’re a Director of Nursing who’s drowning in sticky notes, endless to-dos, and pure chaos… baby, this blog is your rescue boat. 🛟💥...

These last few days, showing up  has been my motto. I attended an event hosted by the incredible JT Foxx  — and let me tell you, calling...

What happens when you show up every single day? You gain confidence . You build credibility  in your world. You become the go-to person...

You’re running around trying to lead your team… but your team can’t even follow because there are no systems in place. Can you relate to...

Let’s talk about the Clinical Stand-Down. Clinical Stand-Down is the end-of-day meeting I highly encourage  all nurse leaders to...

Hey, let’s be real—being a leader isn’t about doing everything yourself. It’s about knowing how to get shit done by working smart, not...

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...

Let me tell you something—delegation is a beautiful thing… until it isn’t. I learned this lesson the hard way (of course) and, baby, it...