Navigating the Complexities of the Nurse Manager Role
Event Details
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Starts: October 8, 2025 8:00am
Ends: October 9, 2025 4:00pm -
Drury Plaza Hotel Columbia East
3100 Interstate 70 Dr. SE
Columbia, MO 65201
Dates & Locations
Wednesday, Oct. 8, and Thursday, Oct. 9
8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Drury Plaza Hotel Columbia East
3100 Interstate 70 Drive SE
Columbia, MO 65201
Audience
current and prospective charge nurses and nurse managers
Overview
The role of a nurse manager is crucial and unique in health care settings. They bridge the gap between front-line nurses and administrative leadership, and are tasked with developing strong teams of nurses to deliver exceptional patient care. This two-day event delves into the distinct challenges that nurse managers face in their daily responsibilities. Through interactive discussions and case studies, participants will gain valuable insights into the complexities of this role and explore strategies to effectively overcome these challenges.
Objectives
Upon completion of this program, participants will be able to:
- discuss the process of transitioning into a nurse manager leadership role and how to successfully balance clinical expertise and managerial responsibilities
- learn concepts of SWOT analysis to evaluate staff and identify opportunities for improvement
- identify elements of a healthy work environment and discuss how to incorporate psychological safety and open communication
- develop approaches for effective communication and collaboration across the continuum, from upper management to staff and interdisciplinary teams
- discuss the nurse leader's role in maintaining regulatory compliance
- analyze techniques to build a successful team by “hiring right” and successfully onboarding staff for retention
- evaluate staff engagement and professional development practices to reduce turnover
- discuss survival techniques to utilize in challenging interpersonal situations or confrontations
- formulate elements of an individual “leadership brand” and “mantra”
Speaker
Cheryle M. Kelly, MSN, R.N.
Consultant
Wardsville, Mo.
This educational activity is jointly provided by AXIS Medical Education and MHA Health Institute.
