Developing Leaders and Fighting Burnout: An Interview With Sharon Pappas
1Author Affiliation: Managing Editor, American Organization for Nursing Leadership, Chicago, Illinois.
The Journal of Nursing Administration
|November 20, 2023
Summary
Sharon Pappas received the Lifetime Achievement Award for her significant leadership in nursing. Her work at Emory Healthcare focuses on advancing nursing culture and patient care, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Leadership
- Healthcare Management
- Organizational Development in Healthcare
Background:
- Sharon Pappas, Chief Nurse Executive (CNE) at Emory Healthcare (EHC), received the American Organization for Nursing Leadership (AONL) Lifetime Achievement Award.
- The award recognizes significant contributions to the nursing profession and leadership within AONL.
- Dr. Pappas leads nursing strategy across EHC, Georgia's largest healthcare system.
Discussion:
- Dr. Pappas champions a Magnet® nursing culture, aiming for system-wide Magnet designation.
- Her leadership during the COVID-19 pandemic incident command at EHC was highlighted.
- Focus was placed on maintaining exceptional patient care and supporting frontline nurses.
Key Insights:
- Pappas's leadership is instrumental in advancing nursing excellence and professional standards.
- Her strategic vision supports the development of a robust nursing culture within a large healthcare system.
- Demonstrated resilience and effective management during a public health crisis.
Outlook:
- Continued advancement of nursing practice and leadership development at Emory Healthcare.
- Potential for system-wide Magnet designation to elevate nursing standards.
- Further contributions to nursing leadership and healthcare innovation are anticipated.
