This week, lessons on connective leadership style have been of immense importance in highlighting the effectiveness of leadership in healthcare. In the past, I used to believe that any style of leadership would apply in healthcare. However, this topic has been a powerful tool that has helped me learn the effectiveness of connective leadership in nursing. The traditional approach to leadership is slowly losing significance in healthcare (Ritz, 2021). In the traditional era, the leader had the final say on an organization’s issues. The authoritative style was among the most valuable traditional leadership styles. However, this week refutes this claim by teaching that the traditional leadership style has been replaced by connective leadership, where leaders have the ability to lead with others in mind. This is where leaders seek advice from other stakeholders before making a decision that affects the patient in the healthcare delivery system.

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            In my practice, I would like to practice the connective leadership style, especially within my healthcare department. First, this leadership style will enhance collaboration and communication between healthcare professionals and patients. It supports a decision-making process where all stakeholders can speak their minds (Duke, 2020). Secondly, I will be able to transfer the power of leadership to healthcare professionals and patients, who are the main stakeholders in the healthcare delivery process. The harmonious coexistence developed between the nurses and patients would as well be a form of motivation that allows nurses to unleash their full potential in meeting the desired patient outcome. Besides, this style will give me the power to rally nurses and patients to lead change within the healthcare system. One of the main challenges facing change in healthcare is employee resistance. However, through this style, I can mitigate such issues.

References

Ritz, A. A. (2021). Connective Leadership and Sustainable Development. In Sustainability Mindset and Transformative Leadership (pp. 207-222). Palgrave Macmillan, Cham. DOI: 10.1007/978-3-030-76069-4_10

Duke, A. (2020). Clinical leadership in the dental profession: Approaches to becoming an effective leader. BDJ In Practice, 33(4), 10-11. https://doi.org/10.1038/s41404-020-0356-1

Purpose

This assignment’s purpose is to allow the student to reflect on the weekly concepts learned in the course. A

Activity Learning Outcomes

Through this assignment, the student will demonstrate the ability to: A

Examine roles and competencies of advanced practice nurses essential to performing as leaders and advocates of holistic, safe, and quality care (CO1) Apply concepts of person-centered care to nursing practice situations. (CO2) Analyze essential skills needed to lead within the context of complex systems. (CO3) Explore the process of scholarship engagement to improve health and healthcare outcomes in various settings (CO4)Â

Requirements’

Reflection: A write 1-2 paragraphs reflecting on your learning for the week. A Guiding questions are provided or you may write about what you felt was most significant to you for the week. A

You will need to post your reflection here before you are able to see other students’ posts.

Reflect on connective leadership styles. Which style most closely aligns with your personal leadership characteristics? How might you use power to influence change in your NP role?