Prepare yourself for a rewarding future with these ANA leadership resources.

Publications

In a rapidly changing healthcare environment, nurses are stepping into leadership roles with increasing urgency and impact. Lead Like a Nurse: Leadership in Every Healthcare Setting underscores a powerful truth: every nurse, from novice staffer to seasoned executive, holds the potential to lead. The book questions traditional notions of leadership, emphasizing that there is no one-size-fits-all approach. Instead, it celebrates the diversity of leadership styles shaped by individual personalities, team dynamics, and the unique challenges nurses face across clinical, administrative, and technological domains.

This guide offers a practical framework for nurses to define their own leadership philosophy, build a style tailored to their environment, and expand their skills through evidence-based models, case studies, and reflective exercises. From informatics to mindful practice, contributors share real-world insights that empower nurses to lead with confidence and clarity. Lead Like a Nurse urges nurses to claim their place at the forefront of healthcare transformation. By applying its lessons, nurses can immediately elevate their practice and contribute to the broader advancement of nursing in research, education, policy, and industry. (bit.ly/4pkpDuF)

Nursing Leadership: Scope and Standards of Practice, 3rd Edition stands as a foundational text for shaping the future of nursing leadership. Designed for both emerging and experienced nurse leaders, this authoritative guide offers a comprehensive framework for understanding and advancing leadership in a complex healthcare environment.

The updated edition introduces 19 national standards and refined competencies, equipping nurses to meet evolving challenges with clarity and confidence. It defines the essence of nurse leadership, integrating ethics, values, and professional identity into practice. With expanded insights into leadership roles and responsibilities, this edition reflects the shifting demands placed on nurses across all settings. Nursing Leadership provides the essential tools and vision to lead with purpose. It is an indispensable resource for those committed to elevating nursing’s impact on healthcare. (bit.ly/4pcF6N3)

Find these publications at nursingworld.org/nurses-books.

Courses

Nurse leaders frequently serve as the emotional anchors of their teams. F.U.E.L. the Power of Positive Energy in Your Role as a Nurse Leader offers a transformative approach to leadership by channeling the power of positivity. This dynamic course introduces four core strategies—Focus, Understand, Energize, and Let Go—designed to help nurse leaders break free from negativity and cultivate a more inspired mindset. Participants will learn how to evaluate their perspectives, identify areas for growth, and prioritize wisdom in decision-making.

The course emphasizes practical tools for creating a supportive, energized work environment where teams can thrive. With a focus on emotional intelligence and self-awareness, F.U.E.L. equips nurse leaders to lead with clarity, confidence, and compassion. In an era where burnout is high and morale is fragile, this course serves as a timely reminder that positive energy isn’t just a mindset—it’s a leadership imperative. (bit.ly/4oDgP2Q)

Stepping into the role of nurse manager is a pivotal career milestone—and The New Nurse Manager Basics Workshop is designed to ensure a confident and successful transition. Held virtually February 5–6, 2026, this interactive 2-day workshop equips nurse managers with the essential leadership, communication, and business acumen needed to run a unit effectively.

Participants will dive into core competencies, explore real-world case studies, and develop a personalized roadmap for ongoing leadership success. The curriculum emphasizes practical strategies for managing teams, navigating workplace dynamics, and aligning clinical goals with operational efficiency. The format is tailored for busy professionals ready to take charge of their new responsibilities. Registration closes February 4 at 11:59 p.m. ET.

Whether you’re seeking to sharpen your management skills or build a foundation for long-term leadership growth, this workshop delivers the tools, insights, and confidence to lead with purpose. (bit.ly/4o49Oaq)

Find these courses at nursingworld.org/continuing-education.