Nr531 Week 8: Reflection
Nr531 Week 8: Reflection. What specific knowledge of the healthcare environment and leadership skills that you gained through this experience will be most important as you take on your future nurse-executive role? Describe a concrete way in which you anticipate using these skills and knowledge.
How will you use the concepts in this course to identify, guide and evaluate your final MSN practicum project?
Please review the American Nursing Credentialing Center (ANCC) nurse executive competencies (refer to the Week 1 lesson) and the American Nurses Association (ANA) Nursing Administration Standards of Professional Performance (refer to the Week 7 required reading: Marquis, B.L. & Huston, C.J. (2017). Leadership roles and management functions in nursing: Theory and application (9th ed.). Philadelphia: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins). Share how these will influence you as a nurse leader.
Nr531 Week 8: Reflection Answer
Throughout this course, I have acquired profound insights into the healthcare environment and effective leadership. In understanding the healthcare milieu, I have explored diverse strategies for fostering a positive and innovative workplace, encompassing the establishment of teamwork, shared responsibilities, active team engagement, and mentoring (Dyess, Sherman, Pratt, & Chiang-Hanisko, 2016). Recognizing that a positive environment not only enhances the performance of healthcare providers but also elevates the quality of care, patient outcomes, and overall healthcare productivity has been enlightening.
In the realm of leadership, I delved into the application of various leadership models, and the nuanced dynamics of power and authority in guiding and managing followers. Noteworthy models such as the shared governance model, transformational leadership model, and steward leadership emerged as pivotal aspects facilitating team collaboration and effective communication. This exploration has significantly contributed to the development of my leadership acumen, decision-making prowess, communication skills, critical listening abilities, and adept team management.
As I reflect on this enriching learning journey, I foresee leveraging these honed skills and acquired knowledge in my future endeavors. The multifaceted nature of healthcare leadership demands a holistic approach, and I am confident that the insights gained from this course will serve as a compass in navigating the complexities of healthcare environments. By integrating these skills, I am poised to contribute meaningfully to the enhancement of patient care, team dynamics, and overall healthcare outcomes.
[References: Dyess, S. M., Sherman, R. O., Pratt, B. A., & Chiang-Hanisko, L. (2016). Growing nurse leaders: Their perspectives on nursing leadership and today’s practice environment. The Journal of Nursing Administration, 46(3), 143-148.]
