Interprofessional Communication, Collaboration, and Change Management NHS FPX 8002 Assessment 2 Personal Leadership Portrait Part 1

 

Ethical Leadership in Professional Practice

Ethical leadership principles play a crucial role in guiding professional practice. These leaders serve as moral role models, emphasizing the importance of promoting patients’ well-being, respecting autonomy, and ensuring fair and just healthcare decisions. Principles such as honesty, fairness, integrity, and respect align with traits exhibited by ethical leaders, influencing followers to uphold ethical conduct (Jambawo, 2018). The nursing code of ethics, based on the work of Florence Nightingale, serves as a foundation for ethical leadership in healthcare.

Diversity and Inclusion in Health Care Leadership

Diversity and inclusion are essential components of effective healthcare leadership, aiming to value and celebrate differences among individuals and groups. Health equity, defined by the World Health Organization, strives for fair and preventable health outcome discrepancies across different groups (Health Equity, 2021). A leader promoting diversity and inclusion implements best practices, understands diverse backgrounds, fosters an inclusive environment, and actively involves patients and the community in decision-making processes (Debesay et al., 2022).

Scholar-Practitioner in Healthcare

A scholar-practitioner in healthcare is proficient in both theoretical knowledge and practical experience. Critical thinking is crucial for evaluating complex information and making informed decisions. Scholar-practitioners in healthcare contribute to the field by conducting research, advancing policies and practices, and mentoring future leaders. They expand healthcare knowledge, improve quality and safety, and address real-world challenges through the application of theoretical understanding and practical experience (Zaccagnini et al., 2022).

Conclusion

Effective healthcare leadership entails creating an environment where individuals can freely express themselves, promoting collaboration, and fostering positive motivation. Transformational leadership aligns with ethical behavior, advocating for justice and fairness regardless of background. A leader should embody the role of a scholar-practitioner, utilizing both theoretical knowledge and practical experience to address challenges and benefit both patients and the organization.

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