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NRS 440 Topic 5 DQ 1: Nurse In Formal Leadership Position Discussaformalrolewhereanurseisinapositionofleadership.Outlinetheessentialresponsibilitiesof thatroleandtheeducationalpreparationrequired.Explainwhatleadershiptraits,styles,orqualitiesare required to be successful in this role andwhy.

NRS 440 Topic 5 DQ 1: Nurse In Formal Leadership Position Discussaformalrolewhereanurseisinapositionofleadership.Outlinetheessentialresponsibilitiesof thatroleandtheeducationalpreparationrequired.Explainwhatleadershiptraits,styles,orqualitiesare required to be successful in this role andwhy.

Discuss the events that have contributed (or will continue to contribute) to the nursing shortage, or that contribute to a shortage in a region or specialty. Discuss at least one way that the nursing profession is currently working toward a resolution of this problem. In replies to peers, offer different examples of how the nursing shortage has been addressed in your state, community, or specialty area.

Choose a legislator on the state or federal level (Arizona State or California) who is also a nurse and discuss the importance of the legislator/nurse's role as advocate for improving health care delivery. What specific bills has the legislator/nurse sponsored or supported that have influenced health care.

Discuss a formal role where a nurse is in a position of leadership. Outline the essential responsibilities of that role and the educational preparation required. Explain what leadership traits, styles, or qualities are required to be successful in this role and why

Explain how health care reform has helped shift the focus from a disease-oriented health care system to one of wellness and prevention. Discuss ways in which health care will continue this trend and explain the role of nursing in supporting and facilitating this shift. In replies to peers, provide an example of wellness and prevention initiatives your organization or specialty area has in place.

Explain how interprofessional collaboration will help reduce errors, provide higher-quality care, and increase safety. Provide an example of a current or emerging trend that will require more, or change the nature of, interprofessional collaboration.

Discuss the correlation between nursing education and positive patient outcomes. Include current research that links patient safety outcomes to advanced degrees in nursing. Based on some real-life experiences, explain whether you agree or disagree with this research.