NU 505 - Effective Leadership for Contemporary Nursing

Examination of the principles and constructs of effective leadership. Contemporary leadership has moved away from the notion of autocracy to one of high participation. The roles of the leader and the follower are essential knowledge for the contemporary leader. Emphasis is placed on self-assessment, communication, problem solving, leading change for improved practice, and creating flourishing workplaces. Mastering competencies of effective leadership will enable graduates to address systems of care regardless of setting while meeting the challenges of diverse populations requiring care, providers from multiple generations with varying licenses and skill sets, and payment systems grounded in formulaic algorithms. Truth and social justice are integrated throughout the approximate forty practice hours required.

Three credits.