Nurse leaders, whether at the unit or organizational level, play a pivotal role within any given organizational structure in creating a healthy, motivating work environment. These environments are ones that […]

An important element of the delivery of nursing care is the professional practice model (PPM)within which it is framed. These models define the structures and processes within which care is […]

Case Scenario Westbrook is a medium-sized metropolitan area that provides healthcare services to a broad demographic ranging from infants to geriatrics. Existing healthcare delivery systems include a robust acute care […]

At the most recent senior leadership meeting, you as the chief nursing officer reported a trend toward nursing shortage on several units. The human resources director reported that even with […]

Explore the current organizational structure within the facility/agency/system for whom you work (or have previously worked). Examining the organizational chart can give you great insight. Using a Venn diagramLinks to an […]

Remember your introduction post? You described ways in which you are a leader and manager whether informally or formally. As you reflect on your comments, what have you learned that […]

Assignment Situation: You are the nurse executive of Ocracoke Regional Healthcare System. Due to increasing healthcare costs over the past two years, the board and stakeholders have determined the total-patient-care […]

You are being interviewed for a departmental administrator position for a department that has undergone a long period of transitory leaders. You are told morale is relatively low, there is […]

Do you know what types of crises your healthcare system and community are prepared for? Explore your organization’s Emergency Preparedness or Disaster Plan. Share and discuss: The types of emergencies […]