Leadership Styles Flashcards

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Transformational

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works to inspire nurses

assists with development of strengths

works well with mentoring

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Autocratic

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authoritarian

focus on results and team efficiency

quick decisions

good task delegation

expect staff to do exactly what they are told

MOST EFFECTIVE in emergency situations

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Laissez-Faire

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delegates tasks with little supervision

attitude of trust and reliance on staff

DOES NOT:
-micromanage
-get “too involved”
-give to much instruction/guidance

lets staff use creativity, resources, experience

works well with experienced/self-directed nurses

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Democratic

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collaborative

values group discussions/feedback from team members

focuses on team success

rational and flexible

LESS EFFECTIVE in situations requiring independent decisions

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5
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Servant

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Focus on:
-staff development
-individual needs
-employee satisfaction

motivates team

encourages collaboration and engagement

excellent communication skills

works well with:
-goal driven environments
-nurse educator

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6
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Situational

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analyzes situation

determines appropriate approach

flexible

works well with nursing students

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Transactional

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focus on:
-efficiency
-performance

task-oriented

works well with deadlines

reduce errors

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