Synergistic management: the task of the flight nurse

In general, it is an accepted fact that the task of management is to design and maintain an environment for the effective and efficient performance of individuals working together in groups toward the accomplishment of preselected missions and objectives. The creation of a synergistic environment is considered as one conductive for meeting this goal of management. The barriers to creating such an atmosphere are many, but the benefits of such efforts are greater in terms of creating the climate for superior performance. According to Doctoroff, a synergistic organization is characterized by a sense of internal harmony which enables people to work with a feeling of fulfillment. It enables them to enjoy what they do, cope with change more easily, and expend less energy to achieve meaningful work. The key prerequisites for synergy are trust, effective communication, rapid feedback, and creativity. An analysis of how this concept may be useful to Aerovac Nursing will be explored. Aware of the contributions of support systems, the task of managing a successful client-provider environment rests with the medical crew director--the flight nurse. Establishing trust, controlling for random communication, and facilitating feedback are some of the facets of this task. With this framework in mind, alternatives to traditional methods of management become possible, for "new" ways are being sought to aid those in managerial positions in meeting the challenges of their roles.