CNO Jitters Reduced With Support of the AONL New Nurse Executive Fellowship

Abstract

This article explores how a novice chief nursing officer learns foundational skills and competencies via participation in the American Organization of Nurse Leaders (AONL) new nurse executive fellowship program. Transitioning into a new nurse executive role requires the development of confidence, knowledge, and professional collaborations. The connection between the fellowship and the core competencies for a nurse executive link together as a small cohort of new nurse executives meet and learn throughout the year. The value of this inaugural fellowship results in key lessons learned and relationships fostered. This article explores how a novice chief nursing officer learns foundational skills and competencies via participation in the American Organization of Nurse Leaders (AONL) new nurse executive fellowship program. Transitioning into a new nurse executive role requires the development of confidence, knowledge, and professional collaborations. The connection between the fellowship and the core competencies for a nurse executive link together as a small cohort of new nurse executives meet and learn throughout the year. The value of this inaugural fellowship results in key lessons learned and relationships fostered. Sandra Marken-George, MBA, BSN, RN, is chief nursing officer at Banner Thunderbird Medical Center in Glendale, Arizona. She can be reached at [email protected]