Tenley Force, BSN, RN shares her journey from bedside nursing to becoming a successful author, offering insights tailored for new nurses and aspiring writers alike. She was inspired by her experience as a novice nurse on the floor. She seeks to support other novice nurses through her book, New: Nursing and the Art of Being Human.

Tenley talked about:

• Writing a self-help book for new nurses
• Insights from 50 nurses across the U.S.
• Exploring the importance of storytelling in nursing
• Transitioning from bedside nurse to published author
• Overcoming imposter syndrome and finding your community
• Understanding publishing routes: independent, indie, and traditional

She went deep into the publishing process and talked about her experience in the industry. Tenley is a passionate, driven nurse making her own waves in the industry.

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Tenley is a registered nurse from Southern California. Her nursing background includes med-surg respiratory, disaster response, public health, and nursing education. She is a current fellow at Duke Divinity School in the Theology, Medicine, and Culture Initiative. Tenley is a published author specializing in self-help for new nurses. Her book New: Nursing and the Art of Being Human debuted in 2023. It is her passion to equip nurses with tools to maintain their holistic sense of wellbeing in the midst of such a demanding profession.

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