Happy New Year, nurses!

I’m kicking off 2026 with a power-packed episode of Nursing Matters that covers everything you need to take your career to the next level this year—no matter what stage you’re at.

Here’s what we’re covering:

✅ Breaking nursing news from the past 10 days (including the potential NYC nurse strike, federal policy changes affecting long-term care, and why nursing degrees are being classified as “non-professional” 🤯)

✅ Strategic career moves for new grads that go beyond just “surviving” your first year

✅ How experienced staff nurses can leverage the current job market (hint: you have more power than you think)

✅ Leadership strategies that actually work in 2026’s challenging healthcare environment

My favorite part? The practical, actionable steps you can implement THIS WEEK. Because your career doesn’t build itself—you do it intentionally, one strategic choice at a time.

Whether you’re:

* A new grad trying to choose your first position wisely

* A staff nurse wondering “what’s next?”

* A leader navigating unprecedented workforce challenges

* Anyone feeling stuck and ready for a change

...this episode has something for you.

Plus—I want to hear YOUR story! If you’ve navigated a major career transition, overcome significant challenges, or have insights that could help other nurses, send me a message. Let’s get your voice on the podcast and help other nurses learn from your journey.

🎧 Listen wherever you get your podcasts or visit RNNet.org

Drop a comment below: What’s your biggest career goal for 2026? Let’s support each other in making it happen.

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