Transforming Nurses into Leaders: The South Dakota Public Health Experience

Join South Dakota’s public health and healthcare leaders as they share how the Transition to Practice program is shaping the next generation of nurse leaders. This episode highlights how a structured leadership development framework is strengthening the state’s public health infrastructure empowering nurses to transition from frontline roles to managerial and leadership positions. Tune in for actionable insights and proven strategies to enhance workforce efficiency, leadership capacity, and the overall effectiveness of public health systems. Key takeaways: Cohort-based, facilitated development equips nurse leaders to confidently navigate complex care and public health priorities while building collaboration andpractical skills. Tactics include: Launch small, focused cohorts with protected learning time, tie development to key competencies and real-world scenarios, and encourage peercoaching and shared reflection to sustain learning. Learn more about bringing a cohort to your organization by connecting with Alysia Adams, DNP, Director of Education Partnerships at AONL.