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Succession planning for academic nursing.
1Baylor University, Louise Herrington School of Nursing, 333 North Washington Avenue, Dallas, TX 75246, USA.
Summary
Academic nursing requires strategic succession planning to cultivate future leaders. This study developed an evidence-based model to guide academic nurse leaders in identifying and developing talent for sustained leadership excellence.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Leadership
- Healthcare Management
- Organizational Development
Background:
- Academic nursing faces challenges in leadership continuity.
- Proactive succession planning is crucial for organizational sustainability.
- A structured approach is needed to identify and develop future nurse leaders.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop an evidence-based model for academic nursing succession planning.
- To provide a guide for academic nurse leaders in identifying and developing emerging talent.
- To strengthen the leadership pipeline within academic nursing.
Main Methods:
- A case study approach was employed at a College of Nursing.
- Collaboration with an academic nurse leader to gather data on future leadership needs.
- Development of an Executive Summary report with actionable recommendations.
Main Results:
- An evidence-based succession planning model was created.
- The model facilitates assessment of current leadership skills and future needs.
- Recommendations were provided to initiate a formal succession plan.
Conclusions:
- The developed model offers a framework for robust academic nursing succession planning.
- Implementing this model supports the cultivation of a qualified nursing leadership workforce.
- Effective succession planning ensures academic nursing meets future demands.
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