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Introducing and developing nurse leadership through a learning set approach.

Iain W Graham1, Christine Partlow

  • 1Bournemouth University, IHCS, 4th floor, Royal London House, Christchurch Road, Bournemouth, Dorset BH1 3LT, UK. igraham@bournemouth.ac.uk

Nurse Education Today
|August 18, 2004
PubMed
Summary

Co-operative learning effectively enhanced leadership skills and role acquisition for new Directorate Senior Nurses (DSNs). This method helped DSNs address knowledge gaps and develop creative strategies for managing their roles.

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Area of Science:

  • Nursing Leadership
  • Healthcare Management
  • Adult Education

Background:

  • The transition to new leadership roles presents challenges for senior nurses.
  • Developing leadership capabilities is crucial for effective healthcare management.
  • Existing professional development models may not fully address the unique needs of senior nursing roles.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the impact of co-operative learning on leadership skill acquisition in new Directorate Senior Nurses (DSNs).
  • To explore how co-operative learning facilitates role development and capability enhancement in senior nursing positions.
  • To assess the effectiveness of co-operative learning as a method for leadership development in a UK National Health Service (NHS) Trust.

Main Methods:

  • Qualitative research design involving six new DSNs (five nurses, one midwife).

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  • Utilized tape-recorded interviews based on established leadership characteristics (Krause, 1997).
  • Integrated co-operative learning strategies with evaluation research methods.

    • Main Results:

    • Co-operative learning proved effective for leadership learning and role acquisition.
    • DSNs identified specific gaps in their leadership knowledge and understanding.
    • Reflection on life experiences and theoretical knowledge construction within co-operative learning fostered new management strategies.

    Conclusions:

    • Co-operative learning is a valuable pedagogical approach for developing leadership capacity in senior nurses.
    • This learning method empowers nurses to creatively address role challenges and enhance professional practice.
    • The study highlights the importance of experiential learning and reflective practice in leadership development for healthcare professionals.