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Elizabeth A Carlson1, Marilyn Klakovich, Sharon K Broscious
1Rush University College of Nursing, Chicago, IL, USA. elizabeth_carlson@rush.edu
Abstract:
This article discusses the need for board leadership development of nurses. The authors provide an overview of the Sigma Theta Tau International Board Leadership Development program based on the experiences of nine Fellows who completed the program. Elements necessary for a self-developed board leadership development program are presented. Rationale is discussed as to why the Sigma Theta Tau Board Leadership Development program and future similar programs need to include the critical success factors in the development of nurses as board members. The authors discuss the variety of professional and personal benefits of a program of this importance.
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