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Using Learning Outcome Measures to assess Doctoral Nursing Education
Published on: June 21, 2010
Supporting student success on the NCLEX-RN.
Jana L Pressler1, Carole A Kenner
1College of Nursing, East Carolina University, Greenville, North Carolina, USA.
Nurse Educator
|April 20, 2012
Summary
New nursing deans often lack preparation. This article offers practical survival tips for academic nursing leadership roles, covering contract negotiation, team building, and organizational adaptability.
Area of Science:
- Healthcare Management
- Nursing Education Leadership
Background:
- Many newly appointed nursing deans and assistant/interim deans lack adequate preparation.
- This gap in education and experience can hinder effective leadership in academic settings.
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 executive teams.
Main Methods:
- The authors, experienced deans, share insights based on personal experiences.
- The content focuses on practical advice for common leadership issues.
Main Results:
- Key areas addressed include executive contract negotiation and securing faculty lines.
- Strategies for building effective teams and managing challenging employees are discussed.
- Guidance is provided on creating adaptable organizational structures for evolving healthcare needs.
Conclusions:
- New nursing deans can benefit from practical, experience-based strategies.
- Proactive management of contracts, teams, and organizational structure is crucial for success.
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