leadership in nursing

Esme12, ASN, BSN, RN · Nov 19, 2013

Ok....what are the different leadership styles and we will go from there.

krisiepoo · Nov 19, 2013

It looks like you and your classmate were just given a new assignment since you've posted the exact same thing :)

How about from YOUR view, or from YOUR readings? I would assume your instructor is asking for YOUR view, not the view of an anonymous person, right?

nurseprnRN, BSN, RN · Nov 19, 2013

I know there is a cultural barrier here-- these posters may not understand that in our culture, you don't have your homework done this way. Students here are expected to do more reading and research and not just ask an internet forum for the answer to copy down and hand in to an instructor. We feel that our way encourages better learning.

Please pass this along to your schoolmates! We will discuss almost anything but we will not just give you the answers. We want to know what you have learned already.

amnah mohammed · Nov 21, 2013

the different leadership styles are Laissez-Faire, Autocratic, democratic and autocratic .

krisiepoo · Nov 21, 2013

YES! So from YOUR view, what is the most efficient one?

nurseprnRN, BSN, RN · Nov 21, 2013

Yes, and are there times when one would be preferable to another, or is there only one that works all the time?

Esme12, ASN, BSN, RN · Nov 22, 2013

Authoritarian

The authoritarian approach involves the leader telling the employees what is to be done and how to accomplish it. This approach allows for minimal input from staff. This approach may be most appropriate for those situations in which a majority, if not all, of the information needed to solve the problem is available, there is very short time available, and the entire team is motivated.

Participative

This approach is nearly the direct opposite of authoritarian. When the participative style is used, the staff is included in the decision-making, although the leader often has the final say in approving or disapproving the decision. This approach should not be viewed as a weakness, but as a strength, in that the leader is attempting to be inclusive of the team members. This approach is often used when the leader has part of the needed information and the staff has the other information. By working together it is anticipated that a more inclusive solution will be identified.

Delegative

This allows the employees to make decisions while the leader is still responsible for the decisions. This approach is commonly employed when staff is able to analyze a situation and determine what needs to be done and how. Leaders are not always able to do everything; having the option to delegate may prove to be invaluable. This approach offers staff the opportunity to expand their scope of responsibility. It should not be viewed as an option where the manager can place blame in the event that something negative occurs. This approach should be considered when the leader has the confidence that the staff will be able to accomplish the tasks.

Laissez-faire leader takes a hands-off approach to leadership, allowing subordinates to make decisions. The mantra of a laissez- faire leader is “Hire good people and get out of their way.” The laissez-faire leader defers to the person he has selected for a given position to provide the leadership in that area. This type of leader offers incredible autonomy to subordinates which isn't always beneficial and requires the hiring of competent individuals

Now which one do you feel would be best and why? Manager's leadership style influenced by personality, activity

[TABLE]

[TR]

[TD]Style[/TD]

[TD]Pros[/TD]

[TD]Cons[/TD]

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[TR]

[TD]Autocratic[/TD]

[TD]• Effective for theory X workers

• Gives leader control over decisions[/TD]

[TD]• Loses effectiveness over time

• Theory Y workers may not respond

• Does not develop future leaders[/TD]

[/TR]

[TR]

[TD]Democratic[/TD]

[TD]• Results in high employee morale

• Motivates theory Y workers[/TD]

[TD]• Leader gives up decision-making responsibility

• Leader has to abide by a vote[/TD]

[/TR]

[TR]

[TD]Participative[/TD]

[TD]• Results in high employee morale

• Grows future leaders[/TD]

[TD]• Theory X workers may not give input that is in the best interest of the club[/TD]

[/TR]

[TR]

[TD]Laissez-faire[/TD]

[TD]• Results in high employee morale

• Grows future leaders[/TD]

[TD]• If a worker is unqualified, the club may suffer

[/TD]

[/TR]

[/TABLE]

amnah mohammed · Nov 22, 2013

Thanks for every body here for share your information with me ..

The effective one from my view is the autocratic style. .

Esme12, ASN, BSN, RN · Nov 22, 2013

I think the best leaders are a combination of all 4. It is a culture thing....authoritative isn't always productive here in the US.

I believe participative and democratic...giving the employees some power and input give the employees a sense of belonging and develops a sense of loyalty. I am authoritative only when necessary.

amnah mohammed · Nov 27, 2013

from your view, I want to know what is the efficient one ?

/username, BSN, RN · Nov 28, 2013

from your view, I want to know what is the efficient one ?

You've been given the information you need, and even identified what leadership style you believe to be the most effective. We can't do anything more for you here. You have to do your own homework.