Building Academic Leadership Capacity Through Coaching

Barbara J Patterson1, Janice Brewington, Anne Krouse

  • 1About the Authors Barbara J. Patterson, PhD, RN, ANEF, FAAN, is distinguished professor and associate dean for scholarship and inquiry, Widener University School of Nursing, Chester, Pennsylvania. Janice Brewington, PhD, RN, FAAN, is chief program officer and director, Center for Transformational Leadership, National League for Nursing, Washington, DC. Anne Krouse, PhD, MBA, RN-BC, is dean and professor, Widener University School of Nursing. Meg Hall, PhD, RN, is assistant professor, Widener University School of Nursing and staff RN, Einstein Medical Center Montgomery, Norristown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Patterson, editor of Nursing Education Perspectives , did not participate in the review or decision for this article. The authors wish to express thanks to all of the nurse leaders who participated in this study. Without a desire to develop their leadership abilities, this study would not have been possible. For more information, contact Dr. Patterson at bjpatterson@widener.edu .

Summary

Coaching significantly enhances leadership development for aspiring nurse faculty and administrators. This strategy fosters self-reflection, validates experiences, and aids in developing action plans for effective leadership.

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