Upon completion of the Leadership and Management for the Nurse Leader course, the participant will be able to:

• Understand the difference between a leader and a manager and know what skills are necessary to be effective at both;
• Explain basic styles of leadership and when each style is most effective;
• Create and communicate a personal and organizational vision and mission;
• Explain concepts important to building a foundation for quality care: systems of care, evidence-based approach, performance benchmarks, resident-directed care, and standards of practice;
• Identify interpersonal skills that leaders and managers use to build relationships with and motivate team members;
• Implement strategies for time and workload management;
• Supervise, delegate, and handle performance problems in a way that builds on the strengths of each team member and improves individual and team performance.

The course was written by Charlotte Eliopoulos, RN, MPH, PhD, DNS-CT.

This course is eligible for 4.92 continuing education hours.

One of ten exams required to earn certification.