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Jana L Pressler1, Carole A Kenner
1College of Nursing, University of Oklahoma, Oklahoma City, OK 73117, USA.
Nurse Educator
|July 4, 2009
Summary
New nursing deans often lack preparation for leadership roles. This article offers practical survival tips for academic nursing executives, covering contracts, team building, and organizational agility.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Leadership
- Academic Administration
- Healthcare Management
Background:
- Many newly appointed nursing deans and assistant/interim deans lack adequate preparation.
- This gap in education and experience can hinder effective leadership.
- Transitioning into academic executive roles presents unique challenges.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide practical guidance and survival tips for new and aspiring nursing deans.
- To address common challenges faced by academic nursing leadership teams.
- To share insights based on the authors' personal experiences as deans.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative insights derived from the personal experiences of two nursing deans.
- Identification and discussion of common issues, challenges, and opportunities in academic nursing leadership.
- Focus on actionable strategies for executive roles.
Main Results:
- Key areas discussed include executive contract negotiation and securing faculty lines.
- Strategies for building effective work teams and managing challenging employees are presented.
- Guidance on creating adaptable organizational structures to meet evolving needs is offered.
Conclusions:
- New nursing deans can benefit from practical, experience-based advice.
- Proactive management of contracts, teams, and organizational structure is crucial for success.
- Continuous adaptation is essential for nursing leadership in response to changing healthcare landscapes.
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