There are four major leadership styles, according to "Effective Leadership and Management in Nursing", and the most effective nursing leader is able to employ any of these styles, depending on the current circumstance of the patient. Styles include, "autocratic," which has the leader making all ...
There is little doubt that both leaders and leadership matters. Individual leaders shape strategy, execute decision, manage talent, develop future talent, and act with personal proficiency. Being a successful leader requires knowing what is expected and doing it. But, organizational leadership matters ...
This manuscript is an adapted version of a paper given in Adelaide at Ausmed's Nursing and Leadership conference, Thursday 28th June 2001. This paper has stemmed from several conversations between the authors over recent times about the current state of leadership in nursing. The authors believe ...
Many RNs choose to explore additional training or graduate-level work. Some pursue amaster’s degree in nursingto develop expertise, take on leadership roles or move into advanced practice. Some earn adoctor of nursing practicefor an in-depth analysis of nursing as a means to improve patient c...
That said, theglobal nursing shortageis a real and chronic issue, with no easy solution in sight. The World Economic Forum suggests that inadequate pay and poor working conditions are fueling the shortage; employers looking to address these shortages should also attend to these underlying problems....
Being able to interact with others is important for several reasons. It can boost your client's satisfaction, help you build trust, make your communication more effective, and even help you expand your career opportunities, as you develop leadership skills and empathy along the way. Many position...
Nurse residency programs focus on strengthening nurses' decision-making skills in high-pressure situations, clinical leadership, and the real-life practice of nursing. Mentorship is also usually a significant aspect of nurse residency programs. Seasoned nurses work with new graduates to support them thr...
Modern workplaces often require that employees rely on each other in some capacity and are willing to support others when called upon. Effective teamwork involves knowing when leadership is required and when it’s important to be supportive. ...
Current policy priorities to strengthen the nursing sector in India have focused on increasing the number of nurses in the health system. However, the nursing sector is afflicted by other, significant problems including the low status of nurses in the hi
The attraction of the European Foundation for Quality Management (EFQM) business excellence model is its applicability to a wide number of situations. The model itself represents a business 'system' comprised of inputs (i.e. shareholder expectations; leadership vision; people, resources and informatio...