are you the best leader you can be?
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Are You the BestLeader You Can Be?
j Susan B. Hassmiller, PhD, RN, FAAN
If you are a nurse, you can call yourself a leader.each one of you! Whether you are a student nurse,a staff nurse, a nurse manager, or are currently
serving at the executive level, you are a leader. You ed-ucate patients and families and you advocate on theirbehalf; you collaborate and negotiate with physiciansand pharmacists and administrators; you performyour tasks with precision; you provide compassion atevery turn. You touch lives and sometimes you evensave lives. You have one of the most important jobsin the world. In all that you do, however, are you thebest leader you can be?
Opportunities exist to sharpen the many skills nursesneed to be better leaders. The tough parts are knowingwhere to find these opportunities and having the driveto take up the challenge of these opportunities. TheRobert Wood Johnson Foundation, the nation’s larg-est philanthropy dedicated exclusively to improvinghealth and health care, is devoting substantial resourcestoward making hospital nurses’ jobs more effective andmore satisfying and toward addressing nursing issuesmore broadly by fostering nurse leadership at all levels.The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation believes thesechanges will help retain experienced nurses, alleviatingthe nursing shortage affecting so many U.S. communi-ties and improving the overall quality of patient careand outcomes. As part of these efforts, the Foundationhas researched a list of nurse leadership programs (seeTable 1) that may be of interest to you.
You owe it to yourselfdand to the patientsdtohone your skills to a higher level. You can play
Susan Hassmiller is Senior Program Officer and nursing leader, TheRobert Wood Johnson Foundation.
Address reprint request to Susan B. Hassmiller, PhD, RN, FAAN,Senior Program Officer and nursing team leader, The Robert WoodJohnson Foundation. E-mail: [email protected]
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a role in creating the safest and best care around. Todo so, however, you must keep increasing your knowl-edge level, expanding your decision-making capabil-ities, and improving your skills in all areas, includingclinical and administrative. Providing hands-on carefor 24 hours a day, 7 days a week has placed nursesin the unique position of gaining insights that can ben-efit the highest levels of leadership in hospitals. Nursescan offer substantive ideas about how care can be im-proved, how care environments might be safer, how thecontinuum of care might be smoother, how to bettereducate the next generation of students, and in generalhow to create a better health care system for all.
To make use of their insights about improving care,nurses need to have their voices heard. Whether it is onthe boards of health care organizations, serving asa unit manager, or teaching in a school of nursing,nurses must find a way first to develop their skills tocommunicate their vision. Second, they must learn tohelp plan strategically to turn vision into action. It takesnegotiation, team building skills, an understanding ofand appreciation for measurement, and evidence-based care, an understanding of the politics and policiesbehind creating change. Leadership calls for a drive tomentor and empower others.
Pathways to leadership are diverse. For many, it isimportant to seek higher levels of education such asthe BSN, MSN, and PhD. For some, it is importantto take advantage of classes and seminars at work orbecome certified in a specialty area. Finally, for othersit is important to reach way beyond their workplaceand even their local institutions of higher educationand apply for any number of leadership opportunitiesnationwide.
The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation’s matrix ofleadership opportunities provides nurses at all levelsa way to make a difference in their own lives, in thelives of patients, and in the health care system at large.The opportunities exist; nurses just need to step for-ward to take advantage of them. It is nurses’ time tolead with confidence and the requisite skills. Reviewthe matrix to determine what might be right for you.
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Table 1. Leadership Development Opportunities Paid and/or Subsidized Programs
Eligibility and Special Notes
icants must live and work in California.
cipants must move to an assigned national or
ernational site.
cipants must move to the Boston area and have a
onsoring organization.
icants must be from minority groups.
icants must be from minority groups.
cipants must move to the Washington, DC area.
cipants remain in their jobs while completing the
lowship.
icants must be chief nursing officers; candidates’
Os/COOs must attend the Executive Forum at the
nclusion of the program.
icants must be members of AAN and/or IOM.
plications must include a statement of full-time
mmitment to the program.
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Program Program Description
California HealthCare Foundation Health Care
Leadership Program
Center for Health Care Professions, San Francisco, CA
(415) 476-7081; http://futurehealth.ucsf.edu/futureleaders
2 years; for clinicians interested in becoming health care
system leaders.
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Tuition and lodging are covered.
The Epidemic Intelligence Service Program
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Atlanta, GA
(888) 496-8347; www.cdc.gov/eis/
2 years; for health care professionals seeking epidemiologic
training related to public health.
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Qualifications and experience influence salary.
George W. Merck Fellowship Program
Institute for Healthcare Improvement, Boston, MA
(617) 301-4800; www.ihi.org
1 year; for health care organizations and their nominees
who are committed to advancing quality improvement
and practice.
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Stipend included.
Clinical Research Post-Doctoral Fellowship
ANA, Silver Spring, MD (301) 628-5247; www.ana.org/emfp/
fellowships/post.htm
1 year; intended to promote clinical workforce diversity and
expertise in substance abuse and mental health disorders.
Appl
Stipend based on years of service.
Clinical Research Pre-Doctoral Fellowship
ANA, Silver Spring, MD (301) 628-5247; www.ana.org/emfp/
fellowships/pre.htm
3e5 years; for master’s-level nurses pursuing doctorate on
minority mental health and substance abuse.
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Annual stipend and tuition assistance.
The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Health Policy
Fellowships
Institute of Medicine, Washington, DC (202) 334-1506;
www.iom.edu/rwj
3 years; for mid-career health professionals in academic or
community settings to acquire knowledge in health policy.
Parti
Stipend included.
The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Executive
Nurse Fellows Program
Center for the Health Professions, San Francisco, CA
(415) 502-6451; http://futurehealth.ucsf.edu/Program/rwj/
3 years; for senior executive nurses seeking the experience
and skills necessary to be leaders in the health cares system.
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Each fellow’s individual learning activities are supported by
a leadership development account. Employers must
provide matching funds.
Johnson & JohnsoneWharton Fellows Program in
Management for Nurse Executives
University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA (215) 573-3804;
www.executivefellows.net
3 weeks; management and leadership education for senior
nurse executives.
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coTuition, special events, and most meals are covered by
a Johnson & Johnson stipend.
IOM/ANF/AAN Scholar in Residence Program
Institute of Medicine, American Nurses Foundation, American
Academy of Nursing, Washington, DC (414) 287-0289;
www.aannet.org/opportunities/scholarinresidence/
iom_anf_aan.asp
1 year; for nurse leaders interested in leadership
opportunities in health policy.
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coEach fellow receives $50,000 and IOM orientation costs.
Fee for Service Programs
African-American Leadership Program
pplicants must be African Americans in manager
positions.
pplicants may choose one of two sites.
50 discount for early registration.
pplicants may participate as mentors or mentees.
articipants must be members of Sigma Theta Tau.
letter of support is required from applicant’s
organization.
lass size is limited; apply at least 4 months
before session.
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Center for Creative Leadership, Greensboro, NC
(336) 545-2810; www.ccl.org/leadership/programs/
AALPOverview.aspx?pageIdZ782
5 days; for mid- to senior-level African American managers
wanting to explore career issues.
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$6,200, including ground transportation to and from center,
materials, most meals.
Women’s Leadership Program
Center for Creative Leadership, Greensboro, NC; San Diego,
CA (336) 545-2810; www.ccl.org/leadership/programs/
WLPOverview.aspx?pageIdZ846
5 days; for mid- to senior-level female managers seeking to
examine leadership and work experiences.
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$6,200, including ground transportation to center, program
materials, and most meals.
Aspiring Nurse Leaders II
The American Organization of Nurse Executives,
Scottsdale, AZ; www.aone.org/aone/edandcareer/
conferences_seminars.html
4 days; for staff nurses seeking to enhance leadership skills. $
$545 tuition for AONE members; $595 for non-members.
Room rate: $179.
Leadership Development Program
Center for Creative Leadership, Multiple sites
(336) 545-2810; http://www.ccl.org/leadership/programs/
LDPOverview.aspx?pageIdZ820
5 days; for mid- to senior-level managers who want to
strengthen leadership skills.
Prices vary depending on site and dates.
Chiron Mentoring Program
Sigma Theta Tau International, Indianapolis, IN
(317) 634-8171; www.nursingsociety.org/programs/chiron.html
1 year; for members of Sigma Theta Tau International to
build leadership and mentoring skills.
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Each participant is responsible for securing financial
support to cover all program expenses. Participants are
responsible for transportation, lodging, and some meals
associated with the institute.
OMADA Board Leadership Development Program
Sigma Theta Tau International, Indianapolis, IN (317) 634-8171;
www.nursingsociety.org/programs/omada_main.html
2 years; for nurses interested in serving on national and
international boards.
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$795 fee for mentees.
Cultural Competence Leadership Fellowship
Health Research and Educational Trust/American Hospital
Association, Chicago, IL (312) 422-2610; www.hret.org/
hret/about/cclf.html
1 year; for health care leaders interested in issues
surrounding care of racial and ethnic minorities and how
their institutions can better respond to community health
needs.
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Teams pay $16,000 per Fellow. Individuals pay $18,000 per
Fellow. Full and partial scholarships may be available.
Though individuals are encouraged to apply, preference will
be given to teams.
Executive Development Program
The Wharton School, Philadelphia, PA (800) 255-3932, ext. 1408;
http://executiveeducation.wharton.upenn.edu/
course.cfm?ProgramZEDP#315
2 weeks; for managers seeking the skills necessary to take on
leadership roles within their organizations.
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$19,500 tuition fee.
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Eligibility and Special Notes
cants must document employer support via
ncial subsidy.
ipants are housed on Harvard’s campus.
ing can be arranged at participant’s facility.
ng costs are $239 for single and $264 for
ble for reservations made before Feb. 8, 2006.
l scholarships are available for participants
the nonprofit sector.
ipants in this program work in mentee/mentor
s at applicant’s institution. International
ses are encouraged to apply and should call
17) 634-7575 for more information.
lications are due by February 2006.
ipants can earn graduate credits or Continuing
cation Units.
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Program Program Description
MLE: Institute for Management and Leadership Education
Harvard Graduate School of Education, Cambridge, MA
(800) 545-1849; http://www.gse.harvard.edu/ppe/highered/
index.html
2 weeks; for senior academic administrators to learn new
approaches to teaching and learning.
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$5,500 tuition fee, which includes room, most meals, and all
instructional materials.
Management Development Program
Harvard Graduate School of Education, Cambridge, MA
(800) 545-1849; http://www.gse.harvard.edu/ppe/highered/
index.html
2 weeks; for professionals in mid-level management
positions.
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$5,500 tuition fee includes room, most meals, and all
instructional materials. Some financial aid is available.
Nurse Manager Boot Camp
Cross Country University, Boca Raton, FL (888) 683-4277;
www.crosscountryeducation.com/cce/conferences/
bootcamp/index.jsp
5 days; an intensive training and skill-building course. Train
$2,995 per individual. Discounts offered to groups of
enrollees.
Nurse in Washington Internship
Nursing Organizations Alliance, Washington, DC
(859) 514-9157; www.nursing-alliance.org/niwi.cfm
5 days; for nurses seeking to influence health care through
legislative and regulatory processes.
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$675 for members of the Nursing Organizations Alliance.
$775 for nonmembers.
National Student Nurses’ Association members pay $450
Non-members pay $550
*These prices apply to those who register before Jan. 27,
2006.
Strategic Leadership for Women
Simmons Graduate School of Management
Boston, MA (617) 521-3843, www.simmons.edu/som/
execed/open-enrollment/strategic.shtml
5 days; for women professionals seeking skills necessary to
become influential leaders in their organizations.
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$5,400 fee covers room, board, and instructional materials.
2006-07 Nursing Leadership Academy: Nurses Investing in
Maternal-Child Health
Sigma Theta Tau, Johnson & Johnson Pediatric Institute,
L.L.C., Indianapolis, IN (888) 634-7575 (US/Canada);
www.nursingsociety.org/programs/mch.html
18 months; for all maternal-child health nurses whose
practice in service, administration, education, or research
includes the health of mothers and children.
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$300 registration fee covers mentee/mentor registration.
Workshops, hotel rooms, and meals will be provided at
no cost to participants.
Washington Health Policy Institute
George Mason University, Fairfax, VA (703) 993-1959;
www.gmu.edu/departments/chpre/policyinstitute/
home_whpi.html
5 days; for health care professionals, health organization
staff, association staff, health scholars, policy scholars,
educators, policy analysts, congressional staff, interest
group members, and those interested in learning about
how health policy is made.
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$900e$1,200 fee.
Reprinted with permission from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation.