Purpose

The purpose of this assignment is to promote introspective reflection related to leadership competencies which positively influence others and cultivate healthful working relationships.  Students will reflect upon personal strengths and opportunities for enhancement with respect to leadership competencies, and implications of leadership competency in the selected are of MSN specialty practice.

NR504 Week 3: Reflective Essay Assignment Guidelines and Rubric download

Course Outcomes

Through this assignment, the student will address the following Course Outcomes:

• CO 3: Integrate communication modalities that convey cultural humility, value the diverse nature of individuals, and cultivate healthful work environments.
• CO 5: Recognize individual strengths and opportunities for enhancement regarding leadership characteristics reflective of a MSN-prepared nurse.

Due Date: Sunday, 11:59 p.m. MT at the end of Week 3

Total Points Possible: 175 points

Requirements

Criteria for Content

Based upon readings and learning activities within the class lessons, reflect upon specific leadership-related competencies which you possess and leadership competencies where there is an opportunity for enhancement.  Identify two specific areas of strength, and two areas for improvement.  How will those competencies impact future practice as a MSN-prepared nurse in your specialty area?

In a two- to three-page reflective essay, address the following elements.  Include a minimum of two peer-reviewed scholarly sources, current within five years, to support your work.  See rubric for specific, required content criteria within each section of the paper:

1. Provide an introduction to the reflective essay.
2. Consider your personal leadership competencies
3. Explain two specific examples of how leadership competencies will impact your practice in the selected MSN track.
4. Provide a conclusion to the reflective essay.

Solution:

Reflective Essay

Nursing leadership is highly essential. It is through effective leadership that the nursing profession has seen the growth and development it has today. According to Cashman (2017), the effectiveness of a leader relies on their ability to lead with an objective and a purpose. Different leaders have different approaches to leadership and one must be aware of his/ her leadership attributes and competencies. This awareness is achieved through reflection and self-assessment. Leaders must learn to practice leadership styles that promote their authenticity and objectivity in their day-to-day activities. With a complete understanding of their own leadership style and competencies, a leader can improve on his/her strengths and weaknesses, and thus becoming a competent nursing leader (Whitehead et al., 2017). This reflective essay discusses my personal leadership competencies and examples of how they will impact my advanced practice as a family nurse practitioner (FNP).

Personal Leadership Competencies

Through many self-assessments, I realized that I am a transformational leader. I always inspire and motivate my team to find innovative approaches to solving problems and achieving specific goals. I always mobilize my team to work in groups to enhance their morale, motivation, and wellbeing through the realization of excellent rapport. As a leader, I have specialized in working to improve the system, solving presenting challenges through new experiences that demonstrate the ineffectiveness of the old approaches to problem-resolution, always finding what…Please click the icon below to purchase full answer at only $10