[Effectiveness of Nursing Leadership Training Programs: Mixed-Methods Research].

Area of Science:

• Nursing Leadership
• Professional Development
• Healthcare Management

Background:

• Taiwan Nurses Association (TWNA) has actively cultivated nursing leaders since 2009.
• Programs include the International Council of Nurses (ICN) Global Nursing Leadership Institute, Nightingale Nursing Leadership Institute Training Program, and ICN Leadership for Change Program.
• TWNA focuses on developing leaders with vision and an international perspective.

Purpose of the Study:

• To evaluate the professional efficacy of nursing leaders who completed TWNA-affiliated leadership training.
• Assess the impact of these programs on leadership and communication skills.
• Understand the contribution of trained leaders to organizational and societal advancements.

Main Methods:

• Mixed-methods research design utilizing quantitative and qualitative data.
• 167 nursing leaders participated, having attended at least one leadership program.
• Data collected via online surveys, content analysis of achievement reports, and focus groups.

Main Results:

• Highest-scoring leadership and communication skills included diligence and listening.
• Achievement reports focused on organizational professional issues.
• Focus groups highlighted the impact of training and suggested future improvements.

Conclusions:

• Leadership training programs are effective in fostering commitment to organizational improvement.
• These programs enhance the professional impact of nursing within society.
• The study validates the success of TWNA's leadership development initiatives.