This course was a webinar put on by Kaplan. The course's objective was to "develop an understanding of structural empowerment for nurses specific to descriptions, emerging trends, and examples of supporting activities and outcomes." The course began by talking about the traditional structure in nursing. The traditional structure includes power and authority at the top of the triangle relying on communication and roles. Other structural patterns were then discussed. Technology is changing how nursing is structured. There are some assumptions that the course went over when it comes to nursing power.
" 1. Power rests where the knowledge is; decisions are made by knowledge holders and key stakeholders
2. Nursing is the voice for nursing
3. The patient care delivery model reflects the mission, vision and values of the organization
4. Principles for practice drive the work of caregivers; policies are minimized"
Understanding the assumptions of power and how communication and roles come into play, is important for nurses to understand the power they have. Nurses have different kinds of power. Probably the most valuable power nurses have is expert power. Nurses receive this power through the experience they have at the bedside. Understanding the power nurses have can help nurses develop their leadership potential.
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