How do I become a chief nurse? Tips for getting to the top

Three chief nurses share how they have risen to the top of nursing leadership. They tell Nursing Standard about the challenges and obstacles they faced, how they overcame them, and what they learned about nurse leadership, communication, the value of mentorship and what’s to be gained from coaching. They offer advice on understanding what motivates you to aim for a chief nurse role, being a compassionate nurse leader, and self-care and mentor support for what can sometimes be a lonely career choice