Leadership and Management in Nursing
Leadership and management modules in P.B.B.Sc Nursing focus on the organizational, administrative, and ethical aspects of nursing practice. Nurses are trained to manage teams, oversee patient care delivery, and implement healthcare policies.
Key Components:
Team Leadership: Delegation, supervision, mentorship, and performance evaluation.
Healthcare Administration: Resource management, budgeting, procurement, and inventory control.
Policy Implementation: Understanding national health programs, hospital protocols, and nursing standards.
Communication and Conflict Resolution: Effective interpersonal communication, patient-family interactions, and managing workplace conflicts.
Ethical and Legal Aspects: Ethical decision-making, patient rights, and legal responsibilities in nursing practice.
Clinical Application: Nurses practice leadership in clinical rotations by supervising junior staff, organizing shifts, and coordinating patient care activities. They learn to manage emergencies, prioritize tasks, and ensure smooth workflow in high-pressure environments.
Outcome: Graduates emerge as competent nurse leaders, capable of making informed decisions, fostering teamwork, and implementing quality improvement initiatives. These skills are essential for advancing to managerial and educational roles.