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1Author Affiliation: Chief Nursing Officer, The University of Kansas Health System, St. Francis Campus, Topeka.
The Journal of Nursing Administration
|February 19, 2025
Summary
Transformational leadership is a common nursing model. This reflection questions its effectiveness in today's healthcare and proposes flexible leadership styles for nurse leaders.
Area of Science:
- Healthcare Management
- Nursing Leadership
- Organizational Psychology
Background:
- Transformational leadership (TL) is widely adopted as the benchmark for nursing leadership.
- Current healthcare environments present unique challenges impacting traditional leadership models.
- A critical reflection on the applicability of TL in contemporary nursing is warranted.
Purpose of the Study:
- To critically evaluate the "gold standard" status of transformational leadership in nursing.
- To explore the challenges faced by the current nursing workforce and healthcare settings.
- To propose alternative or flexible leadership approaches for nurse leaders.
Main Methods:
- This study is a reflective piece based on the author's insights and observations.
- It involves a conceptual analysis of leadership theories in the context of nursing.
- No empirical data collection was performed; it is a theoretical exploration.
Main Results:
- The "gold standard" of transformational leadership may not be universally applicable or effective in all modern healthcare scenarios.
- Existing challenges in the nursing workforce and healthcare environment necessitate a re-evaluation of leadership styles.
- Flexibility in leadership approaches is crucial for nurse leaders to navigate complex situations.
Conclusions:
- Rethinking the rigid adherence to transformational leadership is essential for effective nursing management.
- Nurse leaders require adaptable and flexible styles to address the evolving demands of the healthcare sector.
- Encouraging diverse leadership approaches can enhance resilience and effectiveness within the nursing profession.
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