Each day brings learning experiences. In nursing school we’re taught to “seek out” all the learning experiences we can to diversify our education and understanding. It’s no different after nursing school. The best way to learn is to “jump right... Read More
Standing at the intersection of the Low Lane or the High Road is never fun. Actually, the journey or situation placing you there typically isn’t an enjoyable one. Some event occurred and now you must choose to “sling mud,” “throw... Read More
Sometimes it’s hard to believe, I know. We all have managers – well, I suppose a percentage of us do – and we’ve all had those moments with our managers that left us speechless or infuriated or frustrated or… We expect our... Read More
Who gets the credit? He didn’t work on that presentation. Why did Mr. Leader just mention his name? She didn’t do that. I did! The Credit Monster lurks everywhere. It’s right around the corner, under your desk, behind your... Read More
My husband and I are living through another change. He is in the process of obtaining his National Academy of Sports Medicine, or NASM, personal trainer certification. You may be familiar with my health journey, but my husband is the real success... Read More
Inspired by this box of sunshine I found on Pinterest, I decided to send a basket of sunshine to a coworker having a particularly difficult week. I already had a yellow basket hanging around. Go figure. I filled the basket... Read More
Article: Tschannen, D. and Lee, E. (2012) The impact of nursing characteristics and the work environment on perceptions of communication. Nursing Research and Practice, E-pub February 22, 2012, 1-7. Retrieved from http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3316962/pdf/NRP2012-401905.pdf. Big Idea: Communication within health care is a... Read More
This morning I published a “Check Here” Thank You Card for Frontline Nurses. Here’s a general version you can download and use for anyone else. Enjoy!... Read More
Nurses Week (May 6-12) is right around the corner. I am making a few things for the nurses around me; I’ll share the ideas and items over the next few weeks, beginning today! Download this Nurse “Subway Art” Card, print... Read More
As a nurse manager, there are many “things” I need to bring sanity and success in the workplace. Here are my top ten things I must have in daily work or in my work environment. 1. A mission. I certainly... Read More