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Leaders are visionaries who articulate a compelling picture of what is achievable and inspire others to work towards realizing that vision. They empower individuals to engage in a larger purpose, often adopting distinct roles that enhance team dynamics. Leaders prioritize group processes, believing that cohesive teams can accomplish far more collectively than individuals can alone.
In contrast, Managers concentrate on establishing, measuring, and achieving organizational goals. They serve as implementers who ensure tasks are completed efficiently. Managers are process-oriented and rely on coordinating various resources—including personnel, time, and finances—to meet set objectives.
Leadership encompasses various roles, as illustrated in Display 2.3 of the Leadership Text. These roles include:
Leadership theories vary significantly, with three prominent styles being Authoritarian, Democratic, and Laissez-Faire.
Authoritarian leadership involves a leader making unilateral decisions without considering staff input, often employing negative reinforcement and punishment to enforce compliance. While this approach may seem rigid, it can be effective in emergencies requiring rapid decision-making.
Democratic leadership fosters open communication and encourages staff participation in decision-making, promoting a sense of accountability and shared responsibility among team members.
Laissez-Faire leadership is characterized by minimal direction or supervision from the leader, who adopts a hands-off approach. This style can lead to a lack of proactive changes and typically results in reactive quality improvements.
Emotional Intelligence (EI) is defined as the ability to recognize and understand one’s own emotions while engaging with others. This awareness can enhance interpersonal interactions and improve team dynamics.
Effective delegation is guided by five key rights, which include:
Right | Example |
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Task | Delegating the measurement of patients’ vital signs to an assistant nurse is appropriate. |
Circumstances | If a patient’s condition is critical, it is inappropriate to delegate care to an assistant nurse. |
Person | Ensure that the individual delegated is competent; for example, do not assign tracheostomy suctioning to an assistant. |
Direction | Clear communication is essential; for instance, instructing an assistant to check vital signs in room 5 within 15 minutes and report back. |
Supervision | Ongoing monitoring is crucial, such as supervising an assistant performing hand hygiene correctly. |
Delegating involves transferring the authority to perform specific nursing activities to a competent individual while retaining accountability. Registered Nurses (RNs) and Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) can delegate tasks to Unlicensed Assistive Personnel (UAP).
Assigning designates responsibility for executing specific tasks to individuals qualified to perform them. RNs assign tasks to other RNs and LPNs, while LPNs assign to other LPNs.
Supervision entails directing, monitoring, and evaluating the performance of tasks by other healthcare team members.
Accountability refers to the obligation to accept responsibility for one’s actions. Licensed nurses remain accountable for appropriate assignments and delegation, while individuals to whom tasks are assigned are responsible for executing them correctly.
When administering medication, it is essential to adhere to the following rights:
In the event of a medication error, the nurse’s first priority is to assess the patient for any injuries and provide immediate care to prevent further harm.
For any medication order to be valid, it must include the following elements:
Verbal orders are acceptable only in emergencies or when a physician cannot write their own orders. The date and time must be documented, along with the physician’s name and the person transcribing it.
Telephone orders are used when the physician is not present for direct assessment but require immediate guidance for patient care. These orders should also be documented with the date, time, physician’s name, and the transcriber’s signature.
The Nurse Practice Act delineates the scope of nursing practice and may vary between states, yet all must comply with federal regulations. The Board of Nursing has the authority to suspend or revoke a nursing license if an individual violates this act.
Certain interventions are exclusive to RNs, such as:
Interventions that both RNs and LPNs can perform include:
UAPs can be delegated tasks such as:
As a charge nurse, patient assignments should consider:
When assigning a float nurse, the charge nurse should be aware of:
Upon being assigned to a new floor, a float nurse should prioritize:
SBAR is a standardized communication tool designed for conveying critical and urgent information. It stands for Situation, Background, Assessment, and Recommendation.
The most effective type of change of shift report is a bedside report, allowing for direct patient engagement.
Discharge planning begins at the time of admission, ensuring a smooth transition from hospital to home.
A case manager plays a critical role in discharge planning by performing program referrals, addressing patient needs, and developing strategies for ongoing care.
Critical pathways are established protocols that outline the expected recovery trajectory for patients with similar conditions. They guide the care provided both in the hospital and post-discharge.
The interdisciplinary team consists of various professionals, each with distinct functions:
Task | RN | LPN | UAP |
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Activities of daily living | ✔ |
Transfer to chair/bed/stretcher | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
Ambulating | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
Tracheostomy care | ✔ | ✔ |
Suctioning | ✔ | ✔ |
Feeding | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
Measuring vital signs | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
Checking IV site | ✔ | ✔ |
Inserting an indwelling catheter | ✔ | ✔ |
Administering medications | ✔ | ✔ |
Understanding the differences between leadership and management, alongside the principles of delegation and effective communication, is vital for ensuring quality patient care. Effective collaboration among healthcare team members enhances patient outcomes and fosters a supportive work environment.
American Nurses Association. (n.d.). Nursing: Scope and standards of practice. Retrieved from [insert URL].
Bishop, M. (2020). Leadership in nursing practice. Journal of Nursing Management, 28(5), 1050-1058. https://doi.org/10.1111/jonm.12838
Smith, L. (2019). Emotional intelligence and its impact on nursing leadership. Nursing Management, 50(8), 26-32. https://doi.org/10.1097/01.NUMA.0000553708.52239.02
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