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Cynthia Thornton Bacon1, Laura Caramanica, Heather Nelson-Brantley
1Author Affiliations: Associate Professor (Dr Bacon), University of North Carolina Greensboro School of Nursing, Greensboro; Professor (Dr Caramanica), University of West Georgia, Carrollton, Tanner Health System School of Nursing; Associate Professor (Dr Nelson-Brantley), University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Nursing; and Professor (Dr Prestia), Florida Atlantic University, Boca Raton.
Nurse leaders convened at the Association for Leadership Science in Nursing (ALSN) conference to advance nursing leadership science. Discussions focused on current leadership trends and challenges in the field.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Leadership Science
- Healthcare Management
Background:
- The Association for Leadership Science in Nursing (ALSN) is dedicated to advancing the scientific understanding of leadership within the nursing profession.
- Effective nursing leadership is crucial for quality patient care and healthcare system efficiency.
Purpose of the Study:
- To summarize key discussions and themes from the ALSN International Conference held in September 2024.
- To highlight advancements and contemporary issues in nursing leadership science.
Main Methods:
- The content is based on the proceedings and discussions from the ALSN International Conference.
- This abstract synthesizes information presented by nurse leaders from the United States and Canada.
Main Results:
- The conference served as a platform for disseminating research and best practices in nursing leadership.
- Keynote presentations and breakout sessions addressed critical aspects of nursing leadership.
Conclusions:
- The ALSN conference fosters collaboration and knowledge exchange among nursing leaders.
- Continued focus on leadership science is essential for the future of nursing and healthcare.
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