The CNO Podcast

Join us as we dive into the world of Chief Nursing Officers (CNOs) with Donna Kirker, CNO of Glen Falls Hospital. Discover her inspiring journey from bedside nursing to leadership, and learn how she navigates the challenges of healthcare management. Key takeaways:* The importance of shared governance in nursing leadership.* Strategies for improving nurse retention and job satisfaction.* Insights o...

The conversation covers the journey of Kathy Degenstein-Gartman from a charge nurse to a Chief Nursing Officer, highlighting her experiences, challenges, and achievements. It also explores the differences in leadership roles in hospitals of varying sizes and the operational strategies employed to drive improvement and accountability in patient care. The conversation covers the development of charg...

The conversation covers the journey of Tina Pate, a Chief Nursing Officer of Great Plains Health, from her transition from bedside nursing to management, her path to the CNO role, addressing workforce challenges, and the process of hiring and culture building. It provides insights into leadership transitions and career growth in the nursing field. The conversation covers key themes of hiring and t...

The podcast features a conversation with Rob Fisher, the CNO of Whittier Hospital, discussing the challenges of hiring and retention in the nursing field. Rob shares his background, the hospital's overview, patient care continuum, and strategies for addressing staffing challenges. Additionally, he discusses collaboration with nursing schools and career fairs as a recruitment strategy. The conv...

The CNO podcast features a conversation with Joben Rieth, a four-time CNO and CEO, discussing the transition from bedside nursing to management, the importance of relational leadership, and the impact of culture on patient outcomes. Joben shares insights on evaluating new job opportunities and the significance of aligning with an organization's values and mission. The conversation covers Joben...

The conversation with Linda Cole on the CNO podcast covers Linda's nursing journey, transition to management, leadership in emergency services, project management and leadership, proving leadership potential, communication and engagement, Magnet certification journey, and collecting feedback and engagement. The key takeaways from the conversation are the importance of engagement at the bottom...

In this episode, Angela Gary, CNO Northeast Georgia Medical Center- Braselton & Barrow, shares her journey from bedside nursing to leadership. She discusses the importance of feedback, building trust, and empowering frontline staff. Angela emphasizes the need for effective communication and engagement strategies to improve unit performance. She also highlights the significance of shared govern...

In this conversation, Melissa Rouse discusses her initiative to create a sense of community among hospital staff. These gatherings allow staff from different shifts to engage with each other and provide feedback on their work environment. Melissa emphasizes the importance of being present and approachable to foster open communication and improve workplace culture.