“If Not Me, Who? Claire Zangerle on Purpose and Leadership in Nursing”

In this episode of Leading with Hearts and Minds, Marie Kilduff speaks with Claire Zangerle, CEO of the American Organisation for Nursing Leadership and CEO of the American Hospital Association. Claire describes her unconventional path into leadership, from a second career in nursing to leading two of the most influential healthcare organisations in the United States. She reflects on the lessons learned along the way: the value of vulnerability, the importance of finding your “why,” and why leadership is as much about how we lead as what we achieve. From addressing workplace incivility and burnout to inspiring the next generation of nurse leaders, Claire’s message is both practical and deeply human: nurses shouldn’t just have a seat at the table, they should set the table. 🎧 Listen for insights on: Redefining what leadership looks like in nursingBuilding confidence and authenticity as a leaderAddressing bullying and incivility in healthcareFinding purpose and balance in demanding roles Follow Leading with Hearts and Minds for more conversations with those shaping the future of compassionate, courageous healthcare leadership.