What does nursing leadership mean to me? How did the meaning change or stay the same after viewing the module content?
Nursing leadership means to me, someone who is committed to greatness and has the ability to influence others through interpersonal skills and good communication. They are able to direct and delegate their vision to others and are genuinely valued and respected. Leaders are passionate about their goals and instill that passion into others. I had always known a leader is different from a manger and that all mangers are not good leaders. After viewing this module the meaning of leader stayed the same.
Describe a leadership behavior you have observed in yourself and or colleagues. Could a behavior be modified to create effective leadership strategies?
I had a fellow nurse who was a great mentor but stepped into the role as a nurse manger after a longtime manger had left. I would describe her leadership as a transformational leadership. She was able to inspire her fellow nurses to preform beyond expectations. This type of leadership worked well in our department. She was well respected. Her good leadership skills did not go unnoticed.
I have been mentoring many new nurses and I enjoy it. I am really passionate about being a patient advocate. I work with children and I feel that I need to be their voice. I treat ever child like they are my own. I like to challenge my mentee to independently and critically think. I like to open their eyes and mind to different perspectives. I am sure I will learn a lot form this class and different strategies that I can use in my own work practice.
Fitzpatrick, J., Glazer, G. (Eds.). (2013). Nursing leadership from the outside in. Retrieved from http://ebookcentral.proquest.com
Rigolosi, E.L.M.E.J. (2005). Management and leadership in nursing and health care: an experiential approach, 2nd edition. Retrieved from http://ebookcentral.proquest.com.
I like your definition of leadership, it is very well rounded. The ability to embody the passion and ability to communicate the vision is so important. Just like nursing is far more than completing tasks, management is more than budgeting, staffing and scheduling. I am sure that you are a great mentor, and perhaps you too will lead someday.
Good job Nariz. I agree with your portrayal of a great leader. I think in order to set a example of a great leader for others, you must be willing to listen to everyone’s opinions. A leader cannot be self-centered and not willing to listen to others opinions. I am sure you are a great mentor towards your co-workers.
Sorry, I had two tabs open. I meant good job Justin.
Hi,
I enjoyed reading your post.
I agree that their is a difference between a leader and a manger. Your definition of a good leader is right on point. I feel effective communication is the basis for a great leader and without it their leadership ability is diminished. I also enjoy mentoring new nurses and watching them grow.
I agree with you that a manager is different from a leader. I too have had managers that were not leaders. I learned so much more from my fellow co-workers than I ever have from a manager. I loved precepting and mentoring new nurses. That whole concept of “nurses eat their young” is mind blowing to me. We were all young nurses once and I think its a nurse’s duty to mentor and teach their colleagues. Great post!
Your point about the distinction between a leader and a manager is one that stuck with me from the readings. My last manager was also an excellent leader definitely exhibited the transformational leadership style. I felt like a better nurse having worked with him. My current manager, unfortunately, is not an effective leader. It’s amazing how much of a difference this crucial distinction can make in the workplace.