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Nurse Burnout and Wellness: Why Well-Being Can’t Wait
Magnet Katie Stephens, DNP, RN, NEA-BC, WCS Caritas Coach® Magnet Katie Stephens, DNP, RN, NEA-BC, WCS Caritas Coach®

Nurse Burnout and Wellness: Why Well-Being Can’t Wait

Burnout, stress, and emotional exhaustion are taking a significant toll on nurses across the profession. Here’s why prioritizing wellness is no longer optional, why it’s essential to nursing excellence, and what nurses can do to start healing now.

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Outcome vs. Process: Get it Right Before You Write
Magnet Katie Stephens, DNP, RN, NEA-BC, WCS Caritas Coach® Magnet Katie Stephens, DNP, RN, NEA-BC, WCS Caritas Coach®

Outcome vs. Process: Get it Right Before You Write

Mastering outcome vs. process measures is essential for Magnet success. Outcomes are the ultimate proof of nursing excellence, demonstrating real impact and tangible results. Learn how to distinguish them and ensure your documentation is on point!

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Polishing your Magnet Exemplars to Perfection
Magnet Katie Stephens, DNP, RN, NEA-BC, WCS Caritas Coach® Magnet Katie Stephens, DNP, RN, NEA-BC, WCS Caritas Coach®

Polishing your Magnet Exemplars to Perfection

Today, I’ll walk you through a step-by-step, multi-round editing process for your ANCC Magnet exemplars, approaching each review with a slightly different focus. I hope this process helps you as you set out to edit your own Magnet documents.

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Writing Non-EO Magnet Exemplars in 6 Easy Steps
Magnet Katie Stephens, DNP, RN, NEA-BC, WCS Caritas Coach® Magnet Katie Stephens, DNP, RN, NEA-BC, WCS Caritas Coach®

Writing Non-EO Magnet Exemplars in 6 Easy Steps

Writing non-EO Sources of Evidence (SOEs) requires a blend of art and precision. This guide will help you streamline your process, spotlight your nursing team's strengths, and leave a lasting impression on your Magnet Appraisers.

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