Task: 1. Analyse contemporary theories of leadership and management as it relates to nursing practice. 2. Analyse contemporary theories of management as it relates to nursing practice. 3. Evaluate the...

Task:

1. Analyse contemporary theories of leadership and management as it relates to nursing practice.
2. Analyse contemporary theories of management as it relates to nursing practice.
3. Evaluate the concept of clinical leadership in nursing as it relates to patient outcomes
5. Critically analyse the impact of the theoretical concepts of leadership and management to patient safety
6. Examine the impact of health policy on nursing management


Details of task: The following statements from the NSW Department of Health (2010) reflect three key requirements of the Nurse Unit Manager:

•    Lead, direct and co-ordinate care in the ward
•    Inspire and support others to achieve their potential
•    Monitor and maintain a safe environment for patients, staff and visitors.
Discuss how a nurse unit manager can utilise his/her knowledge of contemporary leadership and management theory and the concepts of clinical governance and patient safety, to aid in the fulfilment of the above three role requirements.