This article originally appeared in the January 2025 issue of Vital Signs. Nurse leaders are some of the most vital players in the healthcare scene. Their roles can take on many different meanings and ...

Seasoned nurse leaders in a position of oversight on regular patient rounds identify issues more quickly. Editor’s note: Rhonda Thompson, DNP, MBA, RN, NEA-BC, is the senior vice president of Patient ...

Preparing future nurse leaders is our specialty at the University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Nursing. From our DNP Nurse Executive and Population Health Pathways to the MSN Nursing Health ...

While nurse leaders are humbled and utterly thankful for the “hero” recognition they’ve received amid the COVID-19 pandemic, they resoundingly would instead prefer to be viewed as “clinical experts” ...

Ashley Iannazzo, DNP, RN, has experienced various changes during her career trajectory. Most recently, she went from one direct report three years ago to overseeing about 700 employees as senior ...

This article is sponsored by WellSky. As long-term care providers face tighter staffing, heavier documentation loads, and ...

The rapid advancement of artificial intelligence means computer systems are now capable of performing tasks that typically require human intelligence, such as visual perception, speech recognition, ...

More nurses are obtaining their certified nurse leader credential, a relatively new position. 1. CNLs average salary totals $74,770, according to PayScale data. 2. On average, CNLs have a hourly wage ...

Nick Mireles is a writer on the central coast of California. He has a knack for film, music, and Dungeons and Dragons. When he’s not writing, he tries to spend his days reading, surfing, and camping ...

Following the implementation of the program, AdventHealth's total turnover for RNs is 14.8%, according to Celano. Full and part time nursing turnover is at 12.4%, and nurses who are participating in ...

Advance your nursing career with the Orvis School of Nursing’s Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) program. Designed for BSN-prepared nurses eager to specialize and lead, our MSN program offers ...