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Kathleen Sanford1, Michelle Janney
1Author Affiliation: Executive Vice President and Chief Nursing Officer (Dr Sanford), CommonSpirit Health, San Francisco, California; Executive Vice President and Chief Nurse Executive (Dr Janney), Indiana University Health, Indianapolis.
The Journal of Nursing Administration
|March 19, 2019
Summary
Nurse leaders and executives face future challenges. This column explores how to prepare for change and what future nurse executive practice entails.
Area of Science:
- Healthcare Management
- Nursing Leadership
Background:
- The evolving healthcare landscape presents unique challenges for nurse leaders.
- Nurse executives must navigate increasing complexity and demand for effective leadership.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify and discuss the future challenges facing nurse leaders and executives.
- To explore strategies for preparing nurse leaders for future practice.
- To envision the future of nurse executive practice.
Main Methods:
- Discussion and analysis of current trends impacting nursing leadership.
- Exploration of leadership competencies required for future healthcare environments.
Main Results:
- Future challenges include adapting to technological advancements and changing healthcare models.
- Effective preparation requires continuous learning and development of adaptive leadership skills.
Conclusions:
- Nurse executives must proactively embrace change to ensure effective leadership.
- Future nursing leadership will require enhanced strategic thinking and adaptability.
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