Synergy: a framework for leadership development and transformation

Area of Science:

• Nursing Practice
• Healthcare Education
• Leadership Development

Background:

• The Synergy Model provides a framework for nursing.
• Clarian Health Partners adopted this model.
• This adoption impacted practice, education, and leadership.

Purpose of the Study:

• To describe the evolution of educational programs at Clarian Health.
• To detail the implementation of the Synergy Model.
• To outline philosophical and operational changes.

Main Methods:

• Descriptive analysis of educational program evolution.
• Case study of Synergy Model implementation.
• Review of changes in staff orientation, professional development, and management development.

Main Results:

• Educational programs evolved in alignment with the Synergy Model.
• Significant philosophical and operational changes were implemented.
• The Synergy Model successfully integrated into nursing practice, education, and leadership.

Conclusions:

• The Synergy Model served as an effective organizing framework.
• Implementation led to positive transformations in nursing education and development.
• Clarian Health's experience demonstrates successful adoption of the Synergy Model.