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Developing Skills
Attributes of Effective Nursing Leaders
Certification
Career Opportunities
Competencies/ Obstacles
100
All are qualities of an effective leader, except: Business sense Integrity, Courage, Initiative, Energy, Optimism
Business sense
100
What is the major advantage of effective leadership?
It is about challenging others, inspiring them, and influencing others to achieve optimal results.
100
Mention the two types of nursing leaders certification programs available?
Certified Nurse Manager and Leader (CNML) , Certified Nurse Leader (CNL).
100
What is the average age of today’s nurse leader?
Average age of today’s nurse leader is 52 years-old
100
Define the "competency" of Advanced Practice Nurse Leader?
The competency is established capability by an organization that is required in order to succeed in one’s role. Competencies can be used for job description, performance evaluations and as a self assessment tool.
200
Name 2 skills that may be developed by an APN.
Growth Process, Depth of Involvement, Professional Organizations, Internships and Fellowships, Networking, Education of Legislators.
200
Mention two attributes of an effective nursing leader?
Vision, Self-confidence and Risk taking, Time management, Self reflection , Relationship building, Expert communication, Boundary management, Respect for cultural diversity, Balance in personal and professional life, Mentoring and empowerment.
200
American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) and Commission on Nurse Certification (CNC)
Nursing certification bodies
200
Recent job opportunity openings for nurse leaders are:
Charge Nurse, Administrative House Supervisor, Director of SurgiCenter/PACU , Manager of Home Care, RN Manager, Chief Nursing Officer.
200
Define the "attribute" of Advanced Practice Nurse Leader?
The attribute is a characteristic of a person that he or she possesses and it influences his/her personal and professional life.
300
Name 2 skills that may be developed by an APN.
Growth Process, Depth of Involvement, Professional Organizations, Internships and Fellowships, Networking, Education of Legislators.
300
Mention two attributes of an effective nursing leader?
Vision, Self-confidence and Risk taking, Time management, Self reflection , Relationship building, Expert communication, Boundary management, Respect for cultural diversity, Balance in personal and professional life, Mentoring and empowerment.
300
Shows commitment to the profession, Indicates the leader has acquired knowledge beyond RN licensure, Recognizes demonstration of standards and knowledge of the profession, Assures public that the leader is well prepared for safe practice, Promotes life-long learning through requirements for re-certification.
What are some of the advantages of being certified?
300
What other ways can nurse leaders help with the current nursing shortage?
By being nurse educators
300
Mention some competencies of an APN
Communication and relationship building, A knowledge of the healthcare environment, Leadership, Professionalism, Business skills.
400
A person's: Power Resources, Personal Characteristics and Experiences.
Factors that can help influence skill development
400
What is vital in ensuring a successful and effective work environment, through the use of feedback, team members’ body language, and use of open-ended questions?
Expert Communication
400
Requirements of eligibility for a Certified Nurse Manager and Leader (CNML)?
Unrestricted RN Licensure, BSN degree or higher, Plus two years of experience (minimum of 1040 hours per year) in nurse manager role , OR Bachelor degree not in nursing plus three years of experience (minimum of 1040 hours per year) in nurse manager role, OR Diploma or Associate Degree plus five years of experience (minimum of 1040 hours per year) in a nurse manager role.
400
True or false: Re-certification for CNL is necessary after three years?
False- after 5 years
400
Conflict between individuals or organizations, Desire to be liked instead of being respected, Avoiding direct confrontation of difficult issues, Lack of effective communication
What are some of the obstacles faced by an APN?
500
What are ways in which the APN can develop his/her leadership skills?
The APN must take initiative to get involved in professional organizations, internships, fellowships and personal and professional networking.
500
What is one major attribute every APN must have in this current culturally diverse country to ensure optimum overall outcomes without bias?
Respect for cultural diversity:have knowledge, respect and sensitivity to the cultures of others is one major attribute any leader to be deemed effective.
500
Unrestricted RN Licensure, Graduation from a CNL master’s or post-master’s program accredited by a nursing accrediting agency, Completion of Institute/School of Nursing CNL Education Program, Verification Form, Attainment of CNL End-of-Program competencies, Completed the Required Clinical Experiences, Completion of minimum of 400 clinical hours, and Completion of CNL Education Verification Form.
Requirements of eligibility for a Certified Nurse Leader (CNL)
500
Which of the certifications requires payment outside clinical hours for recertification?
Certified Nurse Manager and Leader (CNML)
500
List one difference between Star Complex and Queen Bee Syndrome?
Star Complex leader strives for approval from higher ups, while Queen Bee Syndrome affected leader’ approval comes from own expertise in perceived sense of being irreplaceable.