The Excellence in Nursing Blog
Katie Stephens Consulting’s thoughts on the latest best practices and trends related to Magnet® and creating a culture of Nursing Excellence.
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How a decade of leadership coaching transformed and shaped my career
A little over 10 years ago, I began working with a professional leadership coach. Little did I know then that it would be the beginning of a remarkable journey of growth and development in both my professional and personal life.
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Ethical AI in Magnet® Work: 7 Principles Every MPD Should Know
Wondering how to use AI without compromising your Magnet strategy or values? In this post, Dr. Katie Stephens shares 7 guiding principles to help MPDs use AI responsibly—protecting your role, voice, and professional standards while working smarter.
Coaching or Consulting: What’s Best for New Magnet Program Directors?
New MPDs are stepping into one of the most high-pressure roles in nursing leadership—often with little guidance. In this post, discover the difference between coaching and consulting, and why a personalized blend of both may be exactly what new MPDs need to lead with clarity, grow in confidence, and drive real Magnet results.
How to Prioritize and Triage as a Magnet Program Director: 10 Practical Tips
Feeling overwhelmed by Magnet work? Whether you're in your first year as a Magnet Program Director or knee-deep in document prep, prioritizing can feel impossible. This post offers 10 practical triage tips to help you focus on what really matters—without getting lost in the chaos. Learn how to align your time with Magnet strategy, set weekly anchor tasks, color-code your calendar, and make confident, strategic decisions even when everything feels urgent.
So You Just Became a Magnet Program Director… Now What?
New to the Magnet Program Director (MPD) role? This practical guide walks you through the first six steps you need to take to gain clarity, build momentum, and avoid overwhelm. Learn how to prioritize, build relationships, and lead with confidence—plus grab free tools like the MPD Handbook and Magnet Project Guide.
Reset, Refocus, and Reclaim Your Energy
Feeling stuck, foggy, or emotionally drained? This simple 3-step coaching framework helps nurses and nurse leaders reset, refocus, and reclaim their energy with clarity and intention. Learn how to move from burnout to alignment — and lead with excellence, not exhaustion.
10 Workplace Strategies to Improve Nurse Wellness
Discover effective boundary-setting techniques for nurses to prevent burnout. Learn how to say no confidently, manage workload, and prioritize self-care for a sustainable nursing career.
Setting Healthy Boundaries and Reclaiming Your Well-Being
Discover effective boundary-setting techniques for nurses to prevent burnout. Learn how to say no confidently, manage workload, and prioritize self-care for a sustainable nursing career.
Nurse Burnout, Stress, and Languishing: How to Tell the Difference
Nurses often experience stress, burnout, or languishing—but each state affects your well-being differently. Learn how to recognize the signs of nurse burnout, stress, and languishing, and get evidence-based strategies for recovery and support.
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