The Role of a Nurse Manager - Katie English, MSN, RN, CPN | Ep. 31 | Full Episode

In this episode, we welcome nurse manager, Katie English MSN, RN, CPN, to the show! We discuss her transition to becoming a nurse manager, management styles, typical day in the life, work life balance, and more.
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We Discuss:
(0:00) Introduction
(2:00) How Katie got into nurse management
(7:40) Transitioning from nurse to nurse manager
(10:02) Katie’s style of nurse management
(14:53) Prioritizing time as a nurse manager
(21:20) Typical day in the life of a nurse manager
(25:00) Work life balance for nurse managers
(30:22) The best & most difficult aspects of being a nurse manager
(36:44) What Katie has learned as a nurse manager
(42:28) Characteristics That Make a Good Nurse Manager
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ABOUT THE GUEST:
Katie English is currently a clinical manager in a pediatric cardiac ICU. She first came to love peds and nursing as a CNA, then started as a new grad in a CICU and never looked back. While working bedside, Katie often served as a preceptor which is where her passion for mentorship really developed. She also worked as a clinical instructor for a period of time. Katie loves to spend time outdoors or exploring new restaurants with friends and family.
Katie’s LinkedIn: / kathleen-m-graham
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Producer - Jonathan Cary
Assistant Producer - Katie Schrauben
Show Notes - Sam MacKay
Music - Aidan Dykes
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[@user-xo2gj7bp7l]

This is extremely helpful ❤

[@anayathegoddess3251]

This is extremely helpful. I'm looking to transition into more managerial, operation focus roles and this is very informative. Thank you

[@swoodward20]

I really appreciate this episode and Katies input on transitioning from bedside to management. After 22 years of direct patient care I am considering management. Not sure it is for me at all. I am not sure I have the character to sustain it. I love being an "unofficial leader" as my peers see me. I love taking on the responsibility of teaching and leading others yet not having to take that home with me. Any advice to that? I also want to know what kind of lipstick Maggie is wearing?!

[@NursingUncharted]

Samia- thank you for sharing your story with me! Congrats on being at this for 22 years, that's amazing. I've been a nurse for almost 10 years and I've asked myself the same question about shifting to management because I think I'd like the ability to be a resource for staff while also having a more concrete schedule and less patient interaction. But I struggle with the thought of leaving shift work, too. For one thing, nothing has to be permanent. I think you should feel empowered to try it out. I would look into interim manager positions, because then you know that the position is temporary unless you choose to apply for the permanent position. I wish you all the best, I'm sure you will do great wherever nursing takes you next.

[@TimelessAmor-sy9xo]

What's your thoughts on people doing a career change and getting an accelerated BSN, and becoming a nurse admin without ever being a nurse?

[@NursingUncharted]

It can be a great option for some people! Maybe we'll do an episode on this next year.

[@TheKeKe313]

Shouldn't happen at all.