Blog spotlight: Nurse leaders upbeat at Nursing Management Congress
Nurse Leader Weekly, November 7, 2011
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I just returned from the annual Nursing Management Congress and it was a pleasure to meet so many nurse leaders who are committed and passionate about nursing.
The conference was held in Las Vegas and for three days the 1,000 plus attendees ignored the lure of the bright lights outside and focused on education and networking. The three topics on everyone's lips were transforming care delivery, the changing role of nursing, and how to be a better leader.
Many of the most popular sessions focused on transformational leadership and how to find more time in your day. I particularly enjoyed one called "Why am I so tired when there's still so much to do?" by Rhonda Lawes, RN, MS, CNE, assistant professor, University of Oklahoma College of Nursing, in Tulsa. Lawes explained the nine myths for why we're so tired and what we can do about it. I am going to implement several of her suggestions as they were so practical and straightforward. She certainly left me invigorated and feeling like I can make some changes in my life that will make me feel like I have more time and can get more done.
The conference also covered the changing face of healthcare and provided a chance to discuss pressing issues such as value-based purchasing and nursing's role. Attendees were buzzing about the following issues:
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