Developing Professional Moral Courage in Nurse Executive Leadership

Written by Joanne Connor, PhD, MPA, RN, NEA-BC, CPHQ, this unique text serves as a comprehensive guide for nurse executives to navigate the complex ethical challenges and moral dilemmas in the healthcare industry.

In today’s fast-paced healthcare environment, nurse executives face unprecedented moral and ethical dilemmas that require professional moral courage. This book is the first to introduce professional moral courage as an essential competency in nurse executive leadership, providing a foundation and understanding of its role in nursing practice.

Understanding the Healthcare Environment and Nurse Executive Roles

The text begins by examining the current healthcare environment, the roles and responsibilities of nurse executives, and the ethical dimensions of nurse executive practice. This sets the stage for a deeper exploration of professional moral courage and its significance in leadership.

The Construct of Professional Moral Courage

Connor introduces the concept of professional moral courage, establishing a supporting competency framework and delineating a measurement tool. This comprehensive approach helps nurse executives develop and nurture this vital competency, enabling them to make informed decisions and lead with confidence.

Real-World Scenarios and Applications

Through real-world scenarios, the book illustrates professional moral courage in action, highlighting its consequences and implications for nurse executive leadership. These case studies provide valuable insights and practical guidance for nurse executives seeking to develop their professional moral courage.

Key Features and Benefits

• Provides a foundational understanding of professional moral courage and its importance in nurse executive leadership
• Examines the impact of current healthcare challenges and moral dilemmas on nurse executive practice
• Establishes professional moral courage as a critical leadership competency and provides a supporting framework and measurement tool
• Guides nurse executives in developing and cultivating professional moral courage

By integrating professional moral courage into their leadership practice, nurse executives can inspire confidence, build trust, and drive positive change in their organizations. This book is an essential resource for nurse executives seeking to overcome the unique challenges and moral dilemmas of healthcare leadership.

Publisher: Springer Publishing Company; 1st edition (November 21, 2019)
Language: English
Paperback: 132 pages
ISBN-10: 0826136761
ISBN-13: 978-0826136763