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Essential Strategies for Developing Nursing Leadership Skills with Stephanie Clements

Essential Strategies for Developing Nursing Leadership Skills with Stephanie Clements

The Shift with Dr. Andrea Coyle
22 min
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In this episode of The Shift podcast with Dr. Andrea Coyle, I sit down with Stephanie Clements, the Chief Nurse Executive of Mercy, recently recognized as one of the top chief nursing officers to know in 2025. We explore Stephanie's journey from a labor and delivery nurse to leading over 15,000 nurses across 50 hospitals. Stephanie shares insights into the leadership shift from being a problem solver to an architect of culture, emphasizing the importance of distributed decision-making, sustainability, and empowering leaders. We discuss the critical role of listening, embracing diverse ideas, and leveraging data-driven decisions to combat burnout and foster clarity. Join us as we delve into the art of leading at scale, the power of humility, and the joy of crafting a collaborative and effective healthcare environment.