By Debra Harrison and Gina Schneider Executive turnover in healthcare is not new. Nearly all issues of Becker’s Hospital Review report on executive moves and departures. The American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE) has tracked hospital CEO turnover for many years, reporting a rate of 16% in 2021 — a persisting trend that’s ranged from 13%...Read More
Chances are your organization is struggling to fill nurse vacancies today, and nurses under your roof are struggling with burnout. Some are actively looking for a way out, ready to jump ship for better compensation, work/life balance, or retirement. What is the nurse vacancy rate for hospitals in the U.S.? You’re not alone in that...Read More
Most people in leadership shy away from admitting they like the power of their position. They see power as something negative or conniving. Negative phrases like “imposed authority,” “contained emotions,” and “obeying commands” are associated with the word power. We are more comfortable saying we can influence or shape the mental model and actions of...Read More
Thanksgiving is the perfect time to consider how gratitude can change our lives and our hearts. It might be a routine for your family around the Thanksgiving table to share what they are thankful for this past year. Practicing gratitude is something that is not just a once a year activity. There is research to...Read More
I have had an opportunity to work with Nursing Leadership cohorts as a partner with several great MEDI Leadership coaches. One of the issues that comes up with almost every group is “How can I increase accountability in the organization?” They all wish they had a magic accountability button. There are many ways to define...Read More
Most of us would probably agree that making a decision isn’t difficult. We make decisions on a regular basis in our personal life – what to wear, what to eat, when to purchase a car, etc. The steps are clear: identify the issue, gather the evidence, consider options, act, evaluate for effectiveness….and then start again....Read More
Nurse Executives Balancing Patient Care, Organizational Goals and Nursing Staff In my experience as a Chief Nursing Officer, I often found myself in a position to justify the cost of nursing. In my mind, I was thinking – what is so hard to understand about being at the bedside, providing care for patients 24/7, every...Read More
I had the great privilege and honor to be asked to present at the Marcus Evans CNO Summit in March. In preparing for the presentation, it was nice to have some time to reflect on the role of the nurse executive in transformation. I know my invitation was based on my Emeritus Chief Nursing Officer...Read More
