When evidence-based practice is dismissed as “too academic,” organizations risk wasted effort, unnecessary costs, and avoidable patient harm. Developing nurse leaders who can critically evaluate and apply evidence is essential to achieving sustained quality and safety outcomes.

The future of nursing will belong to organizations bold enough to lead it — and Magnet® offers a framework for what that leadership can look like.

Not all nurses leave for the same reasons — so why are we still using one-size-fits-all retention strategies? In this post, I share new findings that suggest retention interventions must be tailored by education level and career trajectory, especially for BSN-prepared new grads.

Nurse executives and Magnet leaders—this one’s for you. AI, machine learning, and predictive analytics are reshaping clinical decision-making, EBP, and innovation reporting. Learn the basics, explore real-world examples, and get five essential questions every nurse leader should ask before implementation.

Most nurse leaders were never taught how to negotiate. Learn the essential rules every nurse executive should know.

Evidence-based practice isn’t a side project—it’s the foundation of nursing. Here’s what it really takes for nurse leaders to support it without it being treated as extra.

Can neurodivergent nurses be leaders—even if we challenge others’ comfort? This personal reflection explores why ‘fit’ too often outweighs performance—and what needs to change.