All posts by: Joni Watson

Cure a Case of the Mondays with Gratitude

I had the case of the Mondays. You know the feeling; everything seemed to fall apart at work or be too busy for me to catch my breath. Amazing, though, how gratitude washes away the Mondays – or fear –... Read More

[Free, Printable Cards] Let’s Taco ‘Bout How Awesome You Are: Nurses Week Cards

Tacos – whether for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, are a big deal in Texas. And so are our nurses. You likely feel the same way about the nurses around you, and what better way to say a little thanks than... Read More

[Free, Printable Cards] ‘Elemental’ RN & CNO Nurses Week Cards

Even though May 6th, is the official start of Nurses Week, tomorrow begins the observed celebration week for most organizations. As a registered nurse myself and a nurse leader, I love Nurses Week because it gives me one more reason... Read More

Celebrating All Month Long: May is Oncology Nursing Month

May is full of wonderfulness – graduations, the beginning of summer, Nurses Week, and yes…Oncology Nursing Month. Now, as an oncology nurse I realize my bias; that’s okay, it’s a good bias. Seriously, I love oncology nurses. They give, give,... Read More

[Contest Entry] Tell Us the Best Nursing Advice You’ve Ever Received

Nurses Week – May 6-12 – is right around the corner, and it is one of my most favorite times of the year to love on nurses. I always think of the most influential nurses in my life especially during... Read More

Celebrate Certified Nurses Day, March 19th, with Free, Printable Cards

March 19th is one of my favorite days; it’s Certified Nurses Day. I love it because I love certified nurses. It doesn’t matter what the certification is because every certification test is rigorous, requires extensive knowledge and experience to sit for and... Read More

#HeartTXLive: A Social Media Event to Save Lives & Honor Organ Donation

This week, Baylor Scott & White Health live-tweeted a heart transplant via #HeartTXLive. The Twitter stream follows the story of “Jane,” a North Texas mom in her 30’s, living with cardiomyopathy since birth who found out Monday morning a donor... Read More

We Go Together Like Smiles & Free Valentine’s Day Cards for Your Oncology Colleagues

Valentine’s Day is Saturday. For many in healthcare celebrating at work, the celebration will happen all throughout this week and next – whenever people are together. I love a good card, and since I couldn’t really find valentines for my... Read More

Doing Right by People

Nothing replaces the feeling of knowing you’ve done the “right thing” for people. No matter who knows or doesn’t know, it’s a reward like none other. I am shocked at the number of people who think others don’t, can’t, or... Read More

Looking Ahead: One Word for 2015

With much thought, my one word for 2015 is give. Simply, I want to give more financially, spiritually, emotionally, and physically. I want to give my time and energy to impactful efforts and meaningful moments. I want to give anonymously... Read More