Nursing Leadership: Approaches & Philosophies
Nursing Leadership: Approaches & Philosophies
(Nursing Leadership: Approaches & Philosophies)
“Nursing Leadership: Approaches and Philosophies” delves into the multifaceted realm of leadership within the nursing profession. It explores various leadership styles, strategies, and philosophies essential for effective healthcare management and patient care delivery. This comprehensive text examines transformational, transactional, servant, and authentic leadership models, highlighting their applications and impacts within healthcare settings. Additionally, it discusses the significance of emotional intelligence, communication skills, and collaboration in fostering positive nurse leadership outcomes.
The book emphasizes the importance of adaptive leadership in navigating the complexities of modern healthcare systems, addressing challenges, and driving organizational change. It underscores the role of nurse leaders as advocates for patient-centered care, quality improvement, and professional development. Moreover, it explores ethical considerations and decision-making frameworks essential for nursing leaders in ensuring ethical and compassionate practice environments.
With its blend of theoretical insights, practical strategies, and case studies, “Nursing Leadership: Approaches and Philosophies” serves as a valuable resource for aspiring and seasoned nurse leaders alike, empowering them to inspire, influence, and innovate in advancing healthcare excellence and enhancing patient outcomes.
In this assignment, you will be writing a 1,000-1,250-word essay describing the differing approaches of nursing leaders and managers to issues in practice. To complete this assignment, do the following:
- Select an issue from the following list: nursing shortage and nurse turn-over, nurse staffing ratios, unit closures and restructuring, use of contract employees (i.e., registry and travel nurses), continuous quality improvement and patient satisfaction, and magnet designation.
- Compare and contrast how you would expect nursing leaders and managers to approach your selected issue. Support your rationale by using the theories, principles, skills, and roles of the leader versus manager described in your readings.
- Identify the approach that best fits your personal and professional philosophy of nursing and explain why the approach is suited to your personal leadership style.
- Identify a possible funding source that addresses your issue. Consider looking at federal, state, and local organizations. For example: There are many grants available through the CDC, HRSA, etc.
- Use at least two references other than your text and those provided in the course.
Prepare this assignment according to the APA guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required.
This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.
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