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Vision for a treasured resource. Part 1, Nurse manager role implementation
J F Aroian1, K J Horvath, J A Secatore
1College of Nursing, Northeastern University, USA.
The Journal of Nursing Administration
|March 1, 1997
Summary
Nurse managers
Area of Science:
- Nursing Management
- Healthcare Administration
- Organizational Behavior
Background:
- The nurse manager role is critical for patient care quality and organizational success.
- Decentralized decision-making has increased nurse manager scope and accountability.
- Understanding nurse manager role implementation is essential for effective healthcare leadership.
Purpose of the Study:
- To interpret significant incidents in nurse managers' role implementation.
- To explore the application of the Manager as Developer Model in understanding nurse manager experiences.
- To lay the groundwork for discussing nurse managers' ongoing learning needs.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative analysis of significant incidents reported by nurse managers.
- Application of the Manager as Developer Model for data interpretation.
- Focus on practical challenges and learning opportunities in the nurse manager role.
Main Results:
- Identified key incidents reflecting the complexities of nurse manager role implementation.
- Demonstrated the utility of the Manager as Developer Model in analyzing these incidents.
- Highlighted specific areas of challenge and development for nurse managers.
Conclusions:
- Nurse managers face significant challenges during role implementation.
- The Manager as Developer Model provides a valuable framework for understanding these challenges.
- Addressing these implementation issues is crucial for supporting nurse managers and improving healthcare outcomes.