The Article: Drenkard, K. (2012). Strategy as a solution: Developing a nursing strategic plan. Journal of Nursing Administration, 42(5): 242-243. Big Idea: Drenkard, Executive Director of the American Nurses Credentialing Center, explains the importance of developing a strategic plan for... Read More
I hope you have a leader around you that leads by example – letting his or her light shine brightly, encouraging you to do the same. If you do, congratulations. You are likely part of a “bright spot” in the... Read More
Ever feel like the sky is falling? The world is crashing all around you and even upon you? I do on occasion. Thankfully, I have umbrella people in my life. They have a gift. Simply being in their presence, the... Read More
What do you do all day? This question gets thrown around a lot, no matter the industry. It’s often derogatory. It implies you do not do anything simply because someone else is not educated on your role. You must be... Read More
It’s been said, “When you’re a hammer, every solution looks like a nail.” Maybe education or money or people or time or…is your nail solution. Be aware. Sometimes it takes a screw or bolt or glue or tie wrap to... Read More
Ever have one of those moments when you come out of a meeting or a patient room and you think, “Man, I nailed that!”? No one else around is there to say, “Oh my goodness…what just happened?! Did you see... Read More
One of the most popular Nursetopia posts of all-time, ‘Star Wars’ Flavor to Dr. Patricia Benner’s ‘Novice to Expert,’ is a whimsical combination of nursing theory and pop culture. I love hearing from other nurses, and I was giddy to... 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
Thank you, Patrick, for the “Keep Calm” comment inspiration! You can download this graphic. Happy Monday, and here’s hoping you don’t have to grab the crash cart during your shift. If you do, I hope you remember to… ... Read More
“balrogs kill”‘s Flickr photo inspired me. I cannot include the picture with this post due to copyright and the photographer’s downloading/sharing preferences, but be sure to view it yourself. Copyright naturalturn, Flickr.com It made me laugh, but it also reminded... Read More