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Leadership perceptions of nurse practitioners
1University of Washington, USA.
Lippincott'S Case Management : Managing the Process of Patient Care
|January 10, 2006
Summary
Master
Area of Science:
- Nursing Leadership
- Healthcare Management
- Advanced Practice Nursing
Background:
- Master's Degree programs for Nurse Practitioners (NPs) incorporate leadership principles.
- NPs are positioned for leadership roles, influencing healthcare policy and practice.
- Expanded NP practice involves collaboration across healthcare teams and with patients.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate leadership perceptions among Master's-prepared NPs.
- To assess the extent to which NPs apply leadership skills in their clinical practice.
- To address the research gap concerning the practical application of NP leadership training.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative or quantitative research methods were likely employed to gather NP perceptions.
- Data collection may have involved surveys, interviews, or case studies.
- Analysis focused on identifying leadership behaviors and perceived barriers/facilitators.
Main Results:
- Findings indicate that Master's-prepared NPs perceive themselves as leaders.
- The study likely identified specific leadership activities undertaken by NPs.
- Results may highlight discrepancies between educational preparation and practice implementation.
Conclusions:
- Master's-prepared NPs demonstrate leadership potential and are actively engaged in leadership roles.
- Further research is needed to fully evaluate the impact of NP leadership on healthcare outcomes and cost-effectiveness.
- Strengthening the integration of leadership development in NP curricula can enhance their contribution to healthcare systems.
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