| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2676520 | Nurse Leader | 2015 | 9 Pages |
Nursing careers are plentiful! Today’s nurses have the ability to move through hospital systems, outpatient surgery centers and clinics, educational systems, government health care, community health settings, and multiple advanced practice nursing specialties. Leadership opportunities are also abundant with the ever-changing health care system. Regardless of the chosen path, leadership skills remain essential to your success. From novice to expert, mentorship is vital. Leadership role models remain pivotal to future success as a nursing leader. Identifying potential leaders, even amongst novice nurses, guide gifted individuals to graduate education and beyond. As well, identification and guidance of individuals provide strong motivation to gain new knowledge and glean skills consistent with strong nursing leadership.
