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Developing relationships with the board of directors
The Journal of Nursing Administration
|January 1, 1986
Summary
Nurse administrators can enhance their influence by adopting professional strategies before and during hospital board meetings. Learn effective etiquette and contribution methods to become a valuable member of the executive management team and board of directors.
Area of Science:
- Healthcare Management
- Nursing Administration
- Organizational Leadership
Background:
- Nurse administrators frequently participate in hospital board of directors or trustees meetings.
- Effective engagement requires strategic preparation and understanding of board dynamics.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide nurse administrators with strategies for projecting a powerful and competent image.
- To outline appropriate board etiquette and methods for effective contribution to deliberations.
- To establish nurses as influential and valuable members of executive management and boards.
Main Methods:
- The study synthesizes personal and professional strategies for nurse administrators.
- It focuses on image-building outside the boardroom and effective participation within.
Main Results:
- Specific strategies are presented for nurse administrators to enhance their perceived competence and power.
- Guidance is offered on navigating board interactions and contributing meaningfully to discussions.
Conclusions:
- Implementing these strategies can significantly elevate a nurse administrator's influence.
- Nurses can become more valuable contributors to hospital governance and executive leadership.