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Nurses possess the characteristics and skills of leaders. They act as a calming presence
in a crisis. Others look to them for information and guidance. Nurses assess, plan, analyze, implement
and evaluate progress toward goals. Combining empathy, intelligence, intuition, critical thinking, advanced communication
skills, and technical knowledge; nurses are the core of healthcare delivery.
The major trends and issues impacting healthcare
today are: an aging population, a global nursing shortage, regulatory scrutiny, reimbursement issues,
patient safety concerns, and rapidly advancing technology. Nurses have a front row seat to how these trends are affecting
the lives of individuals, families and communities.
As nurses develop and apply leadership skills
within their circle of influence; the course of healthcare will be forever altered. Patient outcomes will dramatically
improve. Nursing satisfaction and retention will increase. The profession will continue to attract future generations
of effective and empowered nurses.
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