Nursing leadership is the most important factor in day-to-day medical care. A nursing leader within a healthcare organization is necessary to inspire and motivate nurses to heal and comfort people in need (Stanley, D. & Stanley, K., 2018). To me, leadership means respect and loyalty to my job, my clients, and co-workers. Being responsible for patient care and safety should be the leader’s top priority. However, a nursing leader should never forget the importance of teamwork and communication. As such, bearing the weight of leadership, a nurse must work diligently to provide care and support other nurses.
Being a successful nursing leader primarily requires agility and adaptability. At the time of new technologies and challenges, the leader must be able to learn new skills. Unpredictable changes within different situations would be impossible to overcome without the ability to adjust. Flexibility and thinking ahead help a nursing leader prepare for any possible difficulties and opportunities. Whether it is a severe injury or force majeure at the workplace, nursing leadership must be ready to act and assist the team.
Such a leader should always strive to excel and serve as a role model to others. Knowledgeable and experienced team leader cares not only for patients but also for other nurses. Being understanding is necessary, yet a leader needs to be able to empower and inspire the team as well. Through this work, nursing leaders have the potential to change the future of the healthcare for the better. Influencing the medical field can be done through both initiatives and the transformations within the team. My ultimate goal as a nursing leader is to improve the quality of care and the lives of those I lead.
Reference
Stanley, D., & Stanley, K. (2018). Clinical leadership and nursing explored: A literature search. Journal of Clinical Nursing, 27(9-10), 1730-1743.