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Download fileClinical leadership in mental health nursing : the importance of a calm and confident approach
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posted on 2017-12-06, 00:00 authored by Gary EnnisGary Ennis, Brenda Happell, Kerry Reid-SearlKerry Reid-SearlPURPOSE: Explore the perceptions of nurses working in mental health of effective clinical leadership. DESIGN AND METHODS: In-depth interviews were conducted with registered nurses employed in a mental health setting. Qualitative research using grounded theory. FINDINGS: Remaining calm and confident in times of crisis and uncertainty was identified as one attribute of clinical leadership. Participants noted clinical leaders’ demeanor during stressful or crisis situations, and their ability to manage unpredictable or unexpected clinical situations as contributing positively to clinical practice. PRACTICE IMPLICATIONS: Understanding these characteristics and how they can influence positive outcomes for clients is crucial in addressing the recruitment and retention challenges for the nursing workforce.
Funding
Category 1 - Australian Competitive Grants (this includes ARC, NHMRC)
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Volume
51Issue
1Start Page
57End Page
62Number of Pages
6eISSN
1744-6163ISSN
0031-5990Location
United StatesPublisher
Wiley BlackwellPublisher DOI
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en-ausPeer Reviewed
- Yes
Open Access
- No
Era Eligible
- Yes