Retaining South Dakota nurses is an important initiative to SDAHO. Nurse leaders, whether at the bedside or in nursing management, play a vital role in nurse retention by influencing the quality of work, the stability of the work environment and improved patient outcomes.
The Nurse Leadership Program will feature South Dakota nurse leaders and other South Dakota healthcare industry experts leading sessions on communication skills, healthcare ethics and finance, evidence-based practice, legal aspects of human resources management, role of the South Dakota Board of Nursing, and more.
The 10 session Nurse Leadership Program, includes in-person and virtual meetings and attendance at our Post Acute Partners in Care conference and Annual conference. Whether you are a current or emerging nurse leader, we hope you consider participating in this professional development opportunity to further grow in your nursing practice.
Here are comments from our 2024 SDAHO Nurse Leadership participants…
The SDAHO Nurse Leadership program was an amazing class. I have learned so much! Every class I was able to leave and take something with me to use in my practice. – Nikki Olson, MSN, RN ~ Director of Clinic Operations, Winner Regional Healthcare
SDAHO’s Nurse Leadership Program provided great resources and support for me, as a new nurse leader. The program is very well-rounded and touches on many different aspects of leadership. I feel much more confident in my management role after completing this program. I would recommend this course to both new and seasoned nurse leaders! – Lindsey Duffield, RN ~ Clinic Nurse Manager, Coteau des Prairies Health Care System
The SDAHO Nurse Leadership Program has taught me how to be the leader I strive to be and has given me the tools to do so. I have been able to put my new knowledge and skills to use in my day-to-day activities and have a better framework to have those difficult and crucial conversations. For those of you who are entering this program, ensure you take advantage of every educational opportunity and meet as many other nurse leaders as possible – you will not regret it! – Bailey Wilcox, BSN, RN ~ Director of Nursing, Faulkton Area Medical Center
Registration for the 2025 program opens November 1. We encourage you to learn more about the resources and education provided throughout this program by clicking here. If you have specific questions contact Debra Morello at debra.morello@sdaho.org.
