Pub Date : 2025-06-20DOI: 10.1016/j.mnl.2025.102449
Katie Mapula MSN, RN, NEA-BC
Katie Mapula, MSN, RN, NEA-BC received AONL’s 2025 Pamela Austin Thompson Emerging Leader Award. She led the project detailed in this paper, which improved patient care and staff experience.
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Pub Date : 2025-06-19DOI: 10.1016/j.mnl.2025.102446
LaShonda Jones PhD, RN
Transformational leadership is vital to the success of health care organizations competing to provide safe, cost-effective, and outcome-driven results while developing and retaining talent. This report will highlight the transformational leadership techniques a new chief nursing officer implemented and the leader’s impact within an organization in crisis. Techniques discussed include an in-depth assessment, strategies to gain trust and buy-in, and tactics that demonstrate leadership engagement. Using these techniques, the chief nursing officer successfully chartered a course for the organization that significantly improved culture, safety, and patient experience.
{"title":"Transformational Leadership","authors":"LaShonda Jones PhD, RN","doi":"10.1016/j.mnl.2025.102446","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.mnl.2025.102446","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Transformational leadership is vital to the success of health care organizations competing to provide safe, cost-effective, and outcome-driven results while developing and retaining talent. This report will highlight the transformational leadership techniques a new chief nursing officer implemented and the leader’s impact within an organization in crisis. Techniques discussed include an in-depth assessment, strategies to gain trust and buy-in, and tactics that demonstrate leadership engagement. Using these techniques, the chief nursing officer successfully chartered a course for the organization that significantly improved culture, safety, and patient experience.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":44980,"journal":{"name":"Nurse Leader","volume":"23 5","pages":"Article 102446"},"PeriodicalIF":1.4,"publicationDate":"2025-06-19","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145110220","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Pub Date : 2025-06-17DOI: 10.1016/j.mnl.2025.102443
Dewi Brown-DeVeaux DNP, BS, RN-ONC, FADLN, FAAN, Zoila Nolasco DNP, MBA, NEA-BC, CPXP, AMB-BC, Peter Rodney RN, DNP, MS, CNOR, NEA-BC, Jennifer Agatep MS, AGACNP-BC, RN, CEN
Nurse leaders occupy a critical nexus in health care, where their influence directly shapes outcomes, culture, and the professional climate, a responsibility that is both empowering and essential. As health care grows increasingly complex, this article explores nurse leaders' strategic role in fostering a culture of community through intentional engagement and structured mentorship. Drawing on contemporary leadership models and peer-reviewed literature, it highlights how leadership practices enhance interdisciplinary collaboration, support workforce development, and strengthen the delivery of patient-centered care. When nurse leaders incorporate mentorship and engagement into organizational strategy, the results are far-reaching: elevating staff morale, reinforcing a resilient culture, and driving sustainable improvements in clinical outcomes and professional satisfaction.
{"title":"Leading the Way","authors":"Dewi Brown-DeVeaux DNP, BS, RN-ONC, FADLN, FAAN, Zoila Nolasco DNP, MBA, NEA-BC, CPXP, AMB-BC, Peter Rodney RN, DNP, MS, CNOR, NEA-BC, Jennifer Agatep MS, AGACNP-BC, RN, CEN","doi":"10.1016/j.mnl.2025.102443","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.mnl.2025.102443","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Nurse leaders occupy a critical nexus in health care, where their influence directly shapes outcomes, culture, and the professional climate, a responsibility that is both empowering and essential. As health care grows increasingly complex, this article explores nurse leaders' strategic role in fostering a culture of community through intentional engagement and structured mentorship. Drawing on contemporary leadership models and peer-reviewed literature, it highlights how leadership practices enhance interdisciplinary collaboration, support workforce development, and strengthen the delivery of patient-centered care. When nurse leaders incorporate mentorship and engagement into organizational strategy, the results are far-reaching: elevating staff morale, reinforcing a resilient culture, and driving sustainable improvements in clinical outcomes and professional satisfaction.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":44980,"journal":{"name":"Nurse Leader","volume":"23 4","pages":"Article 102443"},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2025-06-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144634205","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Pub Date : 2025-06-11DOI: 10.1016/j.mnl.2025.05.005
Susan Dresser PhD, MSN, APRN-CNS, CCRN, Lynn Mohr PhD, APRN PCNS-BC CPN FCNS, Sheree Scott PhD, RN, AGCNS-BC, CMSRN, CNL, Stefanie Beavers DNP, RN, NEA-BC, Gina Crudden DNP, APRN-CNS, ACCNS-AG, CMSRN FCNS, Lorie Rhine MSN, RN, NE-BC, Robert Rose DNP, MS, RN, NEA-BC, David Allen DNP, RN, CCNS-BC, CCRN, Manisa Baker DNP, APRN, RN, CCNS, CCRN, Chelsea Passwater DPN, APRN, AGCNS-BC, OCN
This article presents informed perspectives from chief nursing executives, chief nursing officers, and clinical nurse specialists (CNSs) on strategies to optimize organizational effectiveness of the CNS role, advancing understanding of their integration and strategic alignment within health care systems. We draw on numerous publications demonstrating CNS impact and effectiveness to illustrate the widespread organizational value of the role. By establishing clear role definition, appropriate reporting structures, and strategic alignment with institutional goals, health care organizations can leverage this advanced practice role to improve patient outcomes, support workforce stability, and achieve quality and financial objectives in today's evolving health care environment.
{"title":"Closing the Gap","authors":"Susan Dresser PhD, MSN, APRN-CNS, CCRN, Lynn Mohr PhD, APRN PCNS-BC CPN FCNS, Sheree Scott PhD, RN, AGCNS-BC, CMSRN, CNL, Stefanie Beavers DNP, RN, NEA-BC, Gina Crudden DNP, APRN-CNS, ACCNS-AG, CMSRN FCNS, Lorie Rhine MSN, RN, NE-BC, Robert Rose DNP, MS, RN, NEA-BC, David Allen DNP, RN, CCNS-BC, CCRN, Manisa Baker DNP, APRN, RN, CCNS, CCRN, Chelsea Passwater DPN, APRN, AGCNS-BC, OCN","doi":"10.1016/j.mnl.2025.05.005","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.mnl.2025.05.005","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div><span>This article presents informed perspectives from chief nursing executives, chief nursing officers, and clinical nurse specialists (CNSs) on strategies to optimize organizational effectiveness of the CNS role, advancing understanding of their integration and strategic alignment within health care systems. We draw on numerous publications demonstrating CNS impact and effectiveness to illustrate the widespread organizational value of the role. By establishing clear role definition, appropriate reporting structures, and strategic alignment with institutional goals, </span>health care organizations can leverage this advanced practice role to improve patient outcomes, support workforce stability, and achieve quality and financial objectives in today's evolving health care environment.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":44980,"journal":{"name":"Nurse Leader","volume":"23 5","pages":"Article 102439"},"PeriodicalIF":1.4,"publicationDate":"2025-06-11","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145110227","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Pub Date : 2025-06-10DOI: 10.1016/j.mnl.2025.05.001
Beth A. Brooks PhD, RN, FACHE
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Pub Date : 2025-06-09DOI: 10.1016/j.mnl.2025.102448
M. Lindell Joseph PhD, RN, FAAN, FAONL
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Pub Date : 2025-06-07DOI: 10.1016/j.mnl.2025.102445
Danielle K. McCamey DNP, ACNP-BC, FAAN, FCCP, Gertrude Thomas DNP, MSN, RN, CNML
Black Doctor of Nursing Practice-prepared nurse leaders are transforming health care environments through innovative leadership approaches, equity-centered policy advocacy, and dedicated mentorship. Data from the American Association of Colleges of Nursing reveals encouraging trends in Black nurse representation in DNP programs and leadership positions, particularly in post-master's programs, where representation reaches 26.7%. Nevertheless, persistent gaps remain when compared to U.S. population demographics. Strategic initiatives focusing on mentorship, equitable advancement opportunities, and systemic policy reforms are essential to fully leverage the unique perspectives and expertise that Black DNP-prepared nurse leaders bring to addressing health care inequities and creating inclusive health care environments that better serve all communities.
{"title":"The Impact of Black DNP-Prepared Nurse Leaders in Academia and Acute Care Settings","authors":"Danielle K. McCamey DNP, ACNP-BC, FAAN, FCCP, Gertrude Thomas DNP, MSN, RN, CNML","doi":"10.1016/j.mnl.2025.102445","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.mnl.2025.102445","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Black Doctor of Nursing Practice-prepared nurse leaders are transforming health care environments through innovative leadership approaches, equity-centered policy advocacy, and dedicated mentorship. Data from the American Association of Colleges of Nursing reveals encouraging trends in Black nurse representation in DNP programs and leadership positions, particularly in post-master's programs, where representation reaches 26.7%. Nevertheless, persistent gaps remain when compared to U.S. population demographics. Strategic initiatives focusing on mentorship, equitable advancement opportunities, and systemic policy reforms are essential to fully leverage the unique perspectives and expertise that Black DNP-prepared nurse leaders bring to addressing health care inequities and creating inclusive health care environments that better serve all communities.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":44980,"journal":{"name":"Nurse Leader","volume":"23 4","pages":"Article 102445"},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2025-06-07","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144634228","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Pub Date : 2025-06-07DOI: 10.1016/j.mnl.2025.05.004
Vernell P. DeWitty PhD, MBA, RN, FAAN, Kimberley Ennis DNP-APRN-BC
Nurse leaders play a pivotal role in health care organizations, shaping daily operations and significantly impacting patient outcomes. However, many nurse managers will leave their positions shortly after moving into the leadership role. Developing retention strategies to mitigate operational challenges associated with turnover is essential. Many studies have highlighted new nurse leaders' common challenges and obstacles, including feelings of alienation, a lack of mentorship, and cultural exclusion. Research findings suggest that structured onboarding, mentorship, and professional development are crucial in fostering a supportive work culture where nurse leaders feel valued and supported and have a sense of belonging.
{"title":"Creating a Culture of Belonging","authors":"Vernell P. DeWitty PhD, MBA, RN, FAAN, Kimberley Ennis DNP-APRN-BC","doi":"10.1016/j.mnl.2025.05.004","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.mnl.2025.05.004","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Nurse leaders play a pivotal role in health care organizations, shaping daily operations and significantly impacting patient outcomes. However, many nurse managers will leave their positions shortly after moving into the leadership role. Developing retention strategies to mitigate operational challenges associated with turnover is essential. Many studies have highlighted new nurse leaders' common challenges and obstacles, including feelings of alienation, a lack of mentorship, and cultural exclusion. Research findings suggest that structured onboarding, mentorship, and professional development are crucial in fostering a supportive work culture where nurse leaders feel valued and supported and have a sense of belonging.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":44980,"journal":{"name":"Nurse Leader","volume":"23 4","pages":"Article 102438"},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2025-06-07","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144634227","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Pub Date : 2025-06-06DOI: 10.1016/j.mnl.2025.05.006
Cibele C. Webb PhD, MSN Ed, RN
This article explores resilience fatigue in nurse leaders who face constant pressure to stay strong and continuously available amid ongoing stress. Recognizing this form of fatigue is essential for restoring well-being and sustaining effective leadership in today’s demanding health care settings. The article examines its causes, consequences, and practical, evidence-based strategies to prevent burnout, support well-being, and redefine resilience in nursing.
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