Personal Review of Management and Leadership in Nursing
This assignment comprises of writing a paper which covers the six main learning outcomes of this course. Using your textbook and the results of your personality test, you will answer the question prompts below in narrative form (no Q & A and no bulleted lists). Please follow all the APA 7th edition rules.
Instructions:
1. Take the Myers-Briggs Type IndicatorLinks to an external site. assessment to examine your individual strengths and experiences in preparation for assuming management and leadership roles.
https://www.16personalities.com/free-personality-test
2. Write 5-6 pages using the headings and corresponding prompts below, which you should used in your paper:
I. Leadership and Management Theory
· How can you apply a leadership and management theory to achieve high quality nursing care for your patients and collaborate effectively with your health care team? Identify the citation(s) for the leadership or management theory you chose in answering this question.
· Are you more of a leader or a manager? Please explain why you feel this way. In view of your results of the personality test, how can you strengthen aspects of your personality to grow more in leadership or in management? Which competencies do you need to strengthen to become the leader or manager you want to become?
II. Change Theory
· How do you deal with change at your practice setting? What personality traits would you utilize to promote change in your facility and how did you decide which traits you would use? Are there traits that you would not agree with and why do you think they appear?
III. Communication Style
· What did you learn about yourself taking the personality test? Which type of communicator are you? What are areas that you can strengthen to be more effective? To be more therapeutic? What are some barriers to effective communication styles which you have observed in yourself? Note: You may need to read between the lines in the results, as your communication style is not measured directly.
IV. Performance Improvement and Quality Improvement
· How can you manage both performance improvement and quality improvement at the same time? Answer this using your understanding of your results of the personality test and your textbook/lectures about leadership and management.
· How can you apply the principles of performance improvement and/or quality improvement into your practice? Choose one principle and explain how you can implement it at your workplace.
V. Evidence-based Practice and Improvement
· Evidence-based practice (EBP) has been emphasized all throughout your BSN program. How does EBP relate to achieving desirable performance outcomes and quality improvement?
VI. Supervision Style
· Compare and contrast effective and ineffective supervision styles which you have observed in your workplace. When doing so, make sure to apply principles of delegation, authority, responsibility, and accountability.
3. Your paper should be
. a total of 5-6 pages of the body (not including the cover and reference page)
. sourced with two (2) scholarly references within the last five years.
. written in the formatting and citation style of APA, 7th editionLinks to an external site.
· Be sure to meet with a writing tutorLinks to an external site. after you have an outline/paper to ensure a quality submission.
· Follow the template Download template carefully, as it is already pre-formatted in APA for you.
References
https://www.16personalities.com/free-personality-test
Leadership and Management Theory
Effective nursing leadership requires applying theories that promote quality care and collaboration. Transformational leadership theory emphasizes inspiring staff through motivation, intellectual stimulation and individual consideration. This helps maximize each person’s potential to achieve shared goals. As my personality test results indicate a preference for flexibility, empathy and cooperation, transformational leadership aligns well with my strengths (Northouse, 2019).
I see myself more as a manager currently, as I am still developing core leadership competencies. My personality lends itself to supporting others, so strengthening directive skills would aid my growth. Listening without judgment, clearly communicating vision and valuing diverse viewpoints can help me influence more effectively (Avolio & Bass, 2004).
Change Theory
Adapting involves balancing stability with progress. My test showed adaptability and openness to new ideas, so promoting carefully-planned change aligns with my style. Kotter’s 8-step process provides structure, starting with establishing urgency and building coalitions before implementing initiatives (Kotter, 2012). This helps overcome resistance through education and involvement. As resistance often stems from fear, demonstrating compassion and addressing concerns promotes buy-in.
Communication Style
My results highlighted empathy, patience and consideration for others’ perspectives. As an expressive communicator, I strive to understand different viewpoints to find common ground and consensus (McCroskey et al., 1975). To strengthen impact, I can be more assertive articulating my own stance while still actively listening. Nonverbal cues also impact perception; maintaining eye contact and confident body language enhances delivery.
Performance and Quality Improvement
Continuous improvement requires assessing multiple factors. The Plan-Do-Study-Act (PDSA) model provides a systematic framework to test changes, study outcomes and refine processes (Deming, 1986). Starting with a small pilot allows evaluating impact before broad implementation. Involving frontline staff generates ownership and insights to address barriers. Combining performance data, patient feedback and evidence helps prioritize areas for quality focus.
Evidence-based Practice and Improvement
EBP drives better patient results and organizational success. Applying research findings to protocols and educating clinicians closes the gap between best practices and actual care (Melnyk et al., 2008). For example, protocolizing a new screening tool based on clinical trials can help achieve quality targets if paired with training and support. Performance metrics then evaluate outcomes to identify additional areas for evidence-based standardization.
Supervision Style
Effective supervision balances support with accountability. A collaborative approach where I involve staff in decision-making fosters motivation and creativity (Kouzes & Posner, 2017). In contrast, a directive autocratic style without explanation can breed resentment. While ensuring patient safety may require direct orders at times, explaining rationales preserves trust. Regular feedback and recognition of accomplishments also boost morale and retention.
In conclusion, reflecting on my personality traits and leadership theories provides insight into my strengths and areas for growth. Approaching challenges with empathy, flexibility and a team-oriented mindset can help me develop into an influential nursing leader committed to quality care.
Avolio, B. J., & Bass, B. M. (2004). Multifactor Leadership Questionnaire (3rd ed.). Mind Garden.
Deming, W. E. (1986). Out of the crisis. MIT Center for Advanced Engineering Study.
Kotter, J. P. (2012). Leading change. Harvard Business Review Press.
Kouzes, J. M., & Posner, B. Z. (2017). The leadership challenge (6th ed.). John Wiley & Sons, Inc.
McCroskey, J. C., Richmond, V. P., & Daly, J. A. (1975). The development of a measure of perceived homophily in interpersonal communication. Human Communication Research, 1, 323–332. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1468-2958.1975.tb00281.x
Melnyk, B. M., Fineout-Overholt, E., Stillwell, S. B., & Williamson, K. M. (2008). Evidence-based practice: Step by step: Igniting a spirit of inquiry. AJN The American Journal of Nursing, 109(11), 49–52. https://doi.org/10.1097/01.NAJ.0000336420.06290.d4
Northouse, P. G. (2019). Leadership: Theory and practice (8th ed.). SAGE Publications.
