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Are You Hiding Under Your Desk… or Riding Your Tricycle Down the Hallway? Let’s be honest. Senior care leadership right now can feel overwhelming. Regulations, staffing challenges, burnout, shifting generational expectations, budget pressures — it’s enough to make anyone want to hide under their desk. But what if instead… we chose to ride our tricycle down the hallway with excitement? That’s the heart behind my recent presentation, “Crazy Times Call for Crazy Teams.” Because

At Nurse Leadership Solutions , we believe that strong systems start with strong people. And when it comes to medication administration in senior care, there is no room for shortcuts. That’s why our Certified Medication Aide (CMA) Class  isn’t just a requirement—it’s a strategic investment in your team, your residents, and your overall operational excellence. As a nurse-founded and nurse-led organization, we understand the realities of assisted living and residential care. We

Operational improvement in senior care is not about chasing perfection, adding more paperwork, or reacting to the next survey. True operational excellence happens when people, process, and performance  are aligned — and when leaders intentionally design systems that support both staff and residents every single day. Senior care communities today face unprecedented challenges: staffing shortages, rising acuity, increasing regulatory pressure, and inefficient workflows that dra

Caring for the Whole Person, Not Just the Diagnosis At its core, holistic nursing  is the practice of caring for the whole person —mind, body, spirit, relationships, environment, and life story—not just a list of medical conditions. While the term “holistic” may sound like a newer or alternative approach, the truth is this: holistic nursing is exactly what senior care nursing has always been about . Senior care nurses don’t just manage medications, monitor vitals, or complete

Sometimes the best endings create new beginnings… One of our interim assignments wrapped up early  because we helped recruit an outstanding Executive Director  (cue the happy dance 🕺💃). That success means we now have IMMEDIATE AVAILABILITY  for: ✔️ Interim Director of Nursing (DON) ✔️ Interim Executive Director If your community needs experience, stability, and steady leadership  while you search for the right  long-term fit—we’re here to step in and keep things moving forw

The role of a Nursing Home Administrator  is one of the most complex and impactful leadership positions in healthcare. It requires confidence, judgment, and the ability to lead through both routine operations and high-pressure moments. That’s why our Nursing Home Administrator Study Course  is designed to be more than exam preparation—it’s an opportunity to sharpen your leadership mindset while building the knowledge needed to succeed. This Course Focuses on How Administrator

As snow continues to fall and roads become harder to navigate, senior care professionals are choosing to show up . Right now, caregivers are leaving their own families, driving through uncertain conditions, adjusting schedules, covering extra shifts, and staying longer than planned — all so residents remain safe, warm, and cared for. This is not easy work, and it is not taken lightly. It requires heart, courage, and an unwavering sense of responsibility. In moments like this,

There are moments in every career when an opportunity shows up that feels a little uncomfortable—but also exciting. The kind that whispers, “This could be your next step.” If you’re reading this, this may be one of those moments. Leadership in senior care isn’t just about holding a title. It’s about confidence, clarity, and the ability to guide others through both everyday challenges and unexpected moments. Growth doesn’t happen by accident—it happens when you choose to inves

Have you ever found yourself solving problems before anyone even asks… juggling a dozen priorities… calming a worried family member… and still remembering everyone’s name? If so, you might already have the heart of a Residential Care/ Assisted Living (RCAL) Administrator . Good news—you don’t need to have done everything  in senior care to qualify. If you’ve worked with people, led a team, and care about quality, you may already be closer than you think! Here’s what the state

In senior care, hiring is not just an HR function—it’s a quality-of-care decision. Every resident experience, survey outcome, and team culture challenge can often be traced back to one critical moment: who we chose to bring onto the team . After nearly three decades in nursing and senior care leadership, I’ve seen this truth play out time and time again. Facilities don’t struggle because they lack policies. They struggle because they lack consistent, high-performing people  w

Transforming nursing teams from overwhelmed to empowered. Have a senior care community that you just can’t get moving in the right direction —no matter how many coaching calls, regional visits, or staffing changes you’ve tried? You’re not alone. Across Missouri and beyond, senior care organizations are facing the same frustrations: • High turnover • Burned-out staff • Constant crisis mode • Inconsistent systems • Low morale • Leadership gaps • Families concerned about stabili

Preparing for your administrator licensure exams—whether Residential Care & Assisted Living or Nursing Home Administration—is a major milestone in your senior living career. It’s not just a test; it’s the doorway to leadership, advancement, and the opportunity to make an even greater impact on the lives of residents and staff. That’s why choosing the right  study program matters. Our study courses were created to give you everything you need to succeed. If you're wondering wh

Every senior care community has a story. Too often, that story reflects burnout, turnover, and constant “survival mode.” The Surviving to Thriving Program  is designed to change that narrative — with structure, support, and leadership transformation that creates lasting culture change. Through this program, teams learn to: ✔ Rebuild trust and communication ✔ Strengthen clinical decision-making ✔ Reduce turnover and leadership fatigue ✔ Establish consistent systems and expecta

Becoming a licensed Nursing Home Administrator is more than passing a test—it’s stepping into a leadership role that shapes the lives of residents, families, and staff every single day. With such an important responsibility ahead, the way you prepare matters. That’s why our Nursing Home Administrator Licensure Study Course  is intentionally designed to be in-person, hands-on, and engaging —a learning experience that fuels understanding, confidence, and connection. Here’s why

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Nursing Facility Visit Checklist Use this checklist when touring nursing homes to help you compare and make the best choice for your loved one. Resident Experience ·         ☐ Residents are clean, well-dressed, and cared for ·         ☐ Residents appear engaged and content ·         ☐ Residents participate in activities ·         ☐ Residents are treated respectfully by staff Staffing & Care ·         ☐ Staff-to-resident ratio seems appropriate ·         ☐ Nurse available on-s

At Nurse Leadership Solutions, we understand what it feels like when your community is stuck in survival mode . Staff are exhausted, turnover is high, and it can seem like there’s no clear path forward. That’s why we’re proud to introduce our newest initiative — Surviving to Thriving: Turning Struggle into Strength in Senior Care. This program is designed to help nursing home and assisted living leadership teams rebuild stability, restore confidence, and reignite their team’s

In senior care, leadership is about more than managing schedules or meeting compliance requirements — it’s about creating an environment...

Start with Presence ☐ Begin each shift with a deep breath and a positive intention. ☐ Make eye contact and greet residents and staff by...