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Celebrating Black Nursing Leaders: Mary Howard

Minority Nurse

Upon graduation, I stayed at Columbus Children’s Hospital and worked as a new grad/staff nurse. I was always interested in becoming a nurse leader. My ultimate goal was to become the chief nursing officer at Columbus Children’s Hospital. However, life sometimes takes us down different paths.

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How CNOs Can Help Nurse Managers in 2025

Health Leaders | Nursing

However, the report says that nurse manager turnover is highest within the first four years of leadership, and according to Robyn Begley , chief executive officer of AONL, and senior vice president and chief nursing officer at the American Hospital Association ( AHA ), this is due to very high levels of stress and burnout. "As

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Meet Infusion Nurse Danielle Jenkins

Minority Nurse

Personally, I’ve been pleased by the flexibility in working hours, allowing for a better balance between professional and family life. What would you want other nurses to know about a career as an infusion nurse? It’s a field where better wages and improved work-life balance are attainable.

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Meet a Champion of Nursing Diversity: Crystal Beckford

Minority Nurse

In her current role as chief nursing officer (CNO) and vice president of patient care services at Luminis Health Doctors Community Medical Center (LHDCMC), Beckford collaborates with the clinical team, medical staff, and executive team to develop nursing and clinical strategies that promote quality and operational excellence in clinical operations.

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Meet a Champion of Nursing Diversity: Rama Walker

Minority Nurse

She knows better than anyone that nurses are innovative, caring, resilient, and well-rounded individuals who can adapt and thrive in challenging environments. As a seasoned nurse with over 14 years of experience, Walker brings a unique perspective to her role as the Chief Nursing Officer and Chief Operating Officer of Nurseify.

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So, What About Nurse Staffing Ratios?

Health Leaders | Nursing

Staffing ratios refer to the number of patients assigned to each nurse during their shift or a specific timeframe, and according to Vicky Tilton , vice president of patient care services and chief nursing officer at Valley Children’s Healthcare , there are many benefits.

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A call for healthy role models

American Nurse

Are nurse leaders serving as good examples of self-care? Takeaways: Nurse leaders must advocate for clinical nurses’ self-health and develop and support programs to ensure a healthy work-life balance for today’s workforce. Stephanie Nolan is the chief nursing officer at Providence St.