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...

Hey Boo Hey, Let’s talk about something we don’t always say out loud: that sinking feeling when state surveyors walk into your facility....

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...

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...

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

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...

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...

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...

I am so grateful to finally have restful nights. This journey was not an easy one. I’ve gone from sleepless nights or having my rest...

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...

You ever get that feeling of impending doom just waiting for everyone to show up for their shift? My goodness, your girl definitely  can...

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,...

Throughout my years of being a nurse and then transitioning into the leadership role of a Director of Nursing (DON), there are certain...

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...

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...

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...

You finally land your dream job—the Director of Nursing. It’s the position you envisioned yourself in ever since you first became a...

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...

In 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...

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...