The many faces of nursing leadership.

For those of you who attended AONE 2019 last week welcome back! If you couldn't attend, let me share some big news from the conference. In May, AONE will change its name to the American Organization of Nursing Leadership. Why? Because they recognize nurse executives aren't the only nurses who are leaders.

Our feature story this week also highlights how nurses can be leaders through innovation. We just need to recognize that we have the smarts and skills to do it!

Also, in this issue:

Making innovation work for you
How to reduce ED length of stay
A novel approach to fighting 'superbugs'

Advancing Nurse-led Innovation: A Q&A With ANA's Bonnie Clipper

Nurses are 'natural innovators', says the American Nurses Association's Bonnie Clipper, but nurses often don't see themselves that way. According to Clipper, there's no one better equipped for innovation than nurses. Find out why.

AONE Changes Its Name to Better Reflect Nurse Leadership

Reflecting its commitment to nurse leaders at all stages of their careers, the organization will become the American Organization of Nursing Leadership. Read on to find out more about the change.

Adopt This 5-Part Process to Reduce ER Length of Stay

Establishing a 'fast track' for low-acuity patients improves efficiency in emergency departments. Learn more about the keys to a successful program.

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Three Reasons to Prioritize Your Nursing Staff’s Education

In order to retain a qualified and enthusiastic nursing staff, institutions need to provide access to continuing education. This article outlines three scenarios where your nurses’ pursuit of additional degrees can positively affect your organization.

Make Innovation Work For You. 5 Questions to Consider

Successful innovation relies on people, planning, and purpose. Asking these five questions can help leaders avoid innovation pitfalls.

How to Fight 'Scary' Superbugs? Cooperation—And A Special Soap

This novel approach recognizes that superbugs don't remain isolated in one hospital or nursing home but move quickly through a community, said Dr. John Jernigan, who directs the CDC's office on 'healthcare-acquired infection research.

Must Reads

Facing nurses strike, New York hospitals reach landmark deal on staffing

The New York Times

When a nurse is prosecuted for a fatal medical mistake, does it make medicine safer?

NPR

Nurses union alleges retaliation, sues Heritage Valley

Beaver County Times

Nurses taking care of fewer patients at once. Is this why?

NJ 101.5

Thanks for taking time out of your busy day to read this issue. I hope you gathered some valuable takeaways to put in your nursing leadership toolbox. As always, send any tips, thoughts or advice my way at jthew@healthleadersmedia.com or tweet @jen_NurseEditor.

Jennifer Thew, RN
Senior Content Specialist, Nursing