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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...

Hang this up where I live for all to see and remember my love for them. 1. Every time you enter the room announce yourself. “Hi Mom -...

Why Choose an Interim Leader During Transitions in Senior Care? Transitions in senior care community leadership—whether planned or...

As nurses, we’re often trusted not only for our clinical expertise but for our ability to guide patients and families through emotional,...

We’re here to help you succeed. The Nursing Team Mentor Program  pairs your team with an experienced nurse leader who will guide,...

Through our consulting program, we emphasize the importance of developing local talent within your community. It outlines steps such as...

1. Champion Dignity & Respect Treat every resident as an individual—with value, voice, and purpose. 2. Model Compassionate Care Let your...

Working Together for Better Senior Care Outcomes ✅ 1. Clear Communication & Consistent Expectations Open conversations, regular...

The Amazing Woman We Loved Martha Louella was a woman who showed us love, support, faith, and the importance of family. Her presence was...