August Health

I worked with a group of stellar nursing leaders to develop the 2025 State of Senior Living Clinical Leadership report. In partnership with the American Seniors Housing Association, we surveyed nursing leaders across the country to gain insight into the perspectives and priorities of clinical leadership. Together these nursing leaders oversee the care of over 1 million older adults in community care settings that are fast evolving. The survey highlights the creativity and resilience with which nursing leaders are adapting the care model to meet the needs of higher acuity residents amidst persistent staffing pressures. At a time of historically high occupancy, investments are being made to build systems and adopt technology to proactively identify rising-risk residents and ensure that changes of condition are identified early and addressed. With the support of deepening healthcare partnerships and value-based care contracting, clinical teams are better positioned to coordinate care across the continuum and drive outcomes. As resident care needs and the nature of clinical work evolve in senior living communities, it’s imperative that we elevate the strategic priorities of nursing leaders for reasons best captured in this survey response: “I wish more people understood that clinical leaders are the linchpin between Wellness, Ops, and Culture. Not only do we need to completely understand the regulatory compliance piece, but we also need to be strategic partners in bridging the gap between programming and healthcare. Our role requires emotional intelligence, leadership, and systems thinking, not just clinical expertise. When recognized as whole-community leaders rather than just clinical task managers, we are able to drive better clinical outcomes and stronger business performance.” 🌟 See report linked in the comments 🌟 Thank you to the survey task force: Elizabeth Jensen, PhD, MSN, RN-BC Gloria Hughes Josh Allen Sara Padilla Lynn Chalk Jennifer Hellbusch Sue Lingo BHA, BSN Danielle Parker Amy Kenley Sara Jelinek and to ASHA President & CEO David Schless.

Our nationwide survey with ASHA reveals the challenges, misconceptions, and priorities shaping the future of clinical care. As senior living becomes more healthcare-driven, clinical leadership is transforming.

Clinical leaders need to have a seat at the table. That’s why, for the second year in a row, we’ve centered clinical voices in The State of Clinical Leaders in Senior Living Report. When you actually talk to the folks on the front lines and the leaders supporting them, the state of the industry is thrown into sharp relief: 📈 Acuity is rising. 📉 Staffing is stalling. 📊 Adoption of data-driven technology is going too slowly.

Clinical leaders need to have a seat at the table. That’s why, for the second year in a row, we’ve centered clinical voices in The State of Clinical Leaders in Senior Living Report. When you actually talk to the folks on the front lines and the leaders supporting them, the state of the industry is thrown into sharp relief: 📈 Acuity is rising. 📉 Staffing is stalling. 📊 Adoption of data-driven technology is going too slowly.

Our nationwide survey with ASHA reveals the challenges, misconceptions, and priorities shaping the future of clinical care. As senior living becomes more healthcare-driven, clinical leadership is transforming.

As senior living becomes more healthcare-driven, clinical leadership is transforming. Our nationwide survey with ASHA reveals the challenges, misconceptions, and priorities shaping the future of clinical care.