Leadership motivates and affects staff morale, as well as, is the backbone of the work environment (Frankel, 2008, Leadership activities section). Without their influence, nurses would be powerless, which in turn, can create ineffective nurses; thereby leading to poorer patient results, as well as, dissatisfaction with their jobs (Manojlovich, 2007, Concept of power section). Therefore, nurses need leaders who want to empower their nurses. Empowered nurses are “highly motivated and are able to motivate and empower others by sharing the sources of power” (as cited in Manojlovich, 2007, Concept of power section). Also, empowered nurses experience less job strain and burnout (Manojlovich, 2007, Concept of power section). In order for a nurse
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(Doody & Doody, 2012, p. 1212)
Even more, it leads to empowerment, resulting in increased staff self-efficiency, which, enables nurses to be more successful at completing their work (Doody & Doody, 2012, p. 1213), An alienated and passive follower could be experiencing burnout syndrome. There are four phases of burnout syndrome:
1. High expectations and idealism. At the first stage, the individual is enthusiastic, dedicated, and committed to the job and exhibits a high energy level and positive attitude.
2. Pessimism and early job dissatisfaction. In the second stage, frustration, disillusionment, or boredom with the job develops, and the individual begins to exhibit the physical and psychological symptoms of stress.
3. Withdrawal and isolation. As the individual moves into the third stage, anger, hostility, and negativism are exhibited. The physical and psychological stress symptoms worsen. Through stage three, simple changes in job goals, attitudes, and behaviors may reverse the burnout …show more content…
It has opened my eyes to the importance of furthering our education, as well as, continuing to grow from our nursing experiences. Also, the importance of facilitating nurse leadership practices amongst nurses exhibiting potential to fill senior leadership positions. By acknowledging potential leaders, nurses can share their knowledge with others, participate in committees, be recognized for their leadership abilities, and be identified as high performers because of their credibility (Downey, Parslow, & Smart, 2011, pp. 518-19). These attributes are what I strive to accomplish in my career. I have learned that it takes both leadership and staff to make a team. One cannot perform without the other. Therefore, no one is more important than anyone else. In fact, effective nurse leaders “influence the culture through their overall enthusiastic involvement, freely sharing their knowledge and expertise, team orientation and genuine caring approach towards patients, staff” (Downey, Parslow, & Smart, 2011, pp. 520). Even though I do not plan to further my education past the BSN degree, I do plan to use the information I have learned in this class to become a better co-worker to my peers. In addition, I plan to recognize how important each person is to the team, whether it is a nurse, certified nursing assistant (CNA), or a transporter. Each person is an integral part
(Doody & Doody, 2012, p. 1212)
Even more, it leads to empowerment, resulting in increased staff self-efficiency, which, enables nurses to be more successful at completing their work (Doody & Doody, 2012, p. 1213), An alienated and passive follower could be experiencing burnout syndrome. There are four phases of burnout syndrome:
1. High expectations and idealism. At the first stage, the individual is enthusiastic, dedicated, and committed to the job and exhibits a high energy level and positive attitude.
2. Pessimism and early job dissatisfaction. In the second stage, frustration, disillusionment, or boredom with the job develops, and the individual begins to exhibit the physical and psychological symptoms of stress.
3. Withdrawal and isolation. As the individual moves into the third stage, anger, hostility, and negativism are exhibited. The physical and psychological stress symptoms worsen. Through stage three, simple changes in job goals, attitudes, and behaviors may reverse the burnout …show more content…
It has opened my eyes to the importance of furthering our education, as well as, continuing to grow from our nursing experiences. Also, the importance of facilitating nurse leadership practices amongst nurses exhibiting potential to fill senior leadership positions. By acknowledging potential leaders, nurses can share their knowledge with others, participate in committees, be recognized for their leadership abilities, and be identified as high performers because of their credibility (Downey, Parslow, & Smart, 2011, pp. 518-19). These attributes are what I strive to accomplish in my career. I have learned that it takes both leadership and staff to make a team. One cannot perform without the other. Therefore, no one is more important than anyone else. In fact, effective nurse leaders “influence the culture through their overall enthusiastic involvement, freely sharing their knowledge and expertise, team orientation and genuine caring approach towards patients, staff” (Downey, Parslow, & Smart, 2011, pp. 520). Even though I do not plan to further my education past the BSN degree, I do plan to use the information I have learned in this class to become a better co-worker to my peers. In addition, I plan to recognize how important each person is to the team, whether it is a nurse, certified nursing assistant (CNA), or a transporter. Each person is an integral part