Introduction
Effective leadership is crucial in all professional pursuits, and nursing is no exception. High leadership is necessary to achieve the goal of providing the best quality of patient care (Heinen et al., 2019). As a relatively new role in healthcare, nursing leadership aims to help nurses improve their mastery and occupations, enhance the quality of medical care, and become leaders (Warshawsky & Cramer, 2019). This reflective essay will help determine the core competencies of leadership in nursing, as well as the consequences of nursing practice. The paper will include sections such as personal leadership competence, implications for advanced nursing practice, and conclusion.
Personal Leadership Competency
The leadership competencies of the society of nurses include personal mastery skills, vision, knowledge, practical interpersonal communication, and systemic thinking. Personal mastery is an essential part of nursing because it is based on the experience nurses receive in working with patients, and a significant part of the final effectiveness of care is combined (Cummings et al., 2021). I improve my skills in various ways, for example, through communication with more experienced nurses who tell me their mistakes and successes based on their experience. In addition, in modern times, there is a large amount of scientific literature, articles, and studies related to the effectiveness of nurses. I regularly improve my skills by studying this literature and applying the knowledge I have gained. In the same way, I strive to improve my knowledge through reading, seminars, and communication with senior nurses.
The vision is formed through regular communication with patients and colleagues. I get acquainted with different points of view and mentally think over my opinion on various topics in my head, which allows me to learn how to find an approach to other patients. An essential part of the nurses’ competencies is my interpersonal communication skills, which are undoubtedly worth constantly improving. One can achieve perfection only by continually communicating with different people, listening to their points of view, and discussing different topics (Cummings et al., 2021). Personal and communication skills are essential for nurses since it is by high indicators of these skills that the professionalism of nurses can be determined, and the professionals themselves can achieve success in their activities.
Implications for Advanced Nursing Practice
I have chosen to be a nurse supervisor as my future specialty, and leadership qualities will be essential to my daily activities. Communication skills will help me solve daily tasks in various fields of work (Warshawsky & Cramer, 2019). I must work with patients, sometimes resolve conflicts, and apply communication skills when working with staff. In addition, I will need a system thinking skill that will allow me to look at any complex task holistically and solve the problems that arise with minimal effort. Each of these skills will allow me to significantly increase the effectiveness of my practice as a nurse supervisor.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the value of leadership qualities for nurses of any profile is due to the specifics of the work, that is, constant work with patients and members of the medical team. My strengths as a professional are that I have communication skills and strive to improve my efficiency and skill. While writing this essay, I drew more apparent attention to my personal qualities and what I need to strive to improve. I realized how vital self-education is to become a more effective nurse and a strong leader. I also learned that my daily work brings me closer to my goal and inspires me to continue to grow and develop as a professional.
References
Cummings, G. G., Lee, S., Tate, K., Penconek, T., Micaroni, S. P., Paananen, T., & Chatterjee, G. E. (2021). The essentials of nursing leadership: A systematic review of factors and educational interventions influencing nursing leadership. International Journal of Nursing Studies, 115(1). Web.
Heinen, M., van Oostveen, C., Peters, J., Vermeulen, H., & Huis, A. (2019). An integrative review of leadership competencies and attributes in advanced nursing practice. Journal of Advanced Nursing, 75(11), 2378-2392. Web.
Warshawsky, N., & Cramer, E. (2019). Describing nurse manager role preparation and competency: findings from a national study. The Journal of Nursing Administration, 49(5), 249-255. Web.