NUR 674 Leadership Journal: Power| NUR 674
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Reflection on Practicum Activities: I was able to observe many nurse leaders within my company during the practicum. The topic of power and authority in leadership roles to accomplish goals was one of the subjects that we discussed. Communication strategies were another topic we covered. They are essential for effective leadership. Finally, we discussed the importance of cultural competence in modern organizations. I have learned from these discussions how important it is to be able to communicate well with others and lead teams.
Application of leadership: My greatest contribution in my professional life is to empower others and provide them the knowledge and resources that they require to be successful in their jobs. It has been rewarding to watch staff take control of their own professional growth through continuing education and the use of evidence-based practices guidelines in our patient care programs. I am able to mentor and guide others through clear teaching methods. This helps everyone understand what they can expect at work and what will be acceptable.
Preparation of my practicum project: My practicum project will use evidence-based protocols specifically to improve the outcomes for patients with respiratory diseases such as asthma, chronic obstructive and pulmonary disease (COPD) or other conditions. The project will help me improve my leadership skills. I plan to develop policy implementation plans and research relevant literature. It also helps me make sure all involved know the importance of incorporating evidence-based practice into every day workflow at our facility.
Leadership Video Reflection: From watching the “Servant Leadership – Issue Of Power” video there were two major things that resonated with me most—the concept servant leadership & power hierarchy structures . The idea behind servant leadership emphasizes helping people realize their potential while also recognizing that each individual’s growth should be fostered instead being forced out responsibility . On other hand , understanding power hierarchies allows us better identify tools necessary give efficacy those above below positions often placed ourselves thus further enabling progress another goal servitude afterall placing wishes needs others front line focus own success remaining inherently respectful ways not only words action itself resulted guaranteed attainment satisfaction both sides finding common ground prove beneficial way shape long‐term relationships preserves ingrained subjugation replaced camaraderie commonality accomplishment