Challenges and Strategies in Nursing Leadership
Author Information
Author(s): Lysfjord Else Marie, Gjevjon Edith Roth, Skarstein Siv
Primary Institution: Faculty of Nursing and Health Sciences, Nord University, Norway
Hypothesis
How do Registered Nurses (RNs) new to leadership positions and RNs with extensive leadership experience perceive their roles as leaders?
Conclusion
New nursing leaders face challenges such as stress and self-doubt, while experienced leaders focus on strategic leadership and motivating their teams.
Supporting Evidence
- New leaders set high standards for themselves and find the leadership role demanding and stressful.
- New leaders feel vague and doubt their abilities.
- New leaders lack sufficient professional leadership support.
- Experienced leaders emphasize strategic leadership as vital.
- Experienced leaders focus on motivating employees for success.
Takeaway
New nurse leaders often feel stressed and unsure of themselves, while experienced leaders know how to motivate their teams and lead effectively.
Methodology
Qualitative study using interviews with 20 nursing leaders in mental healthcare in Norway, analyzed through thematic analysis.
Potential Biases
Participants' awareness of the study's focus on mentorship may have influenced their responses.
Limitations
The sample lacked gender diversity and may not be universally applicable to all leaders in mental health.
Participant Demographics
20 nursing leaders, 15 female and 5 male, with varying levels of experience in leadership roles.
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