Discussion board: nursing leaders as ethical-legal change agents in
As a nursing leader, I see my role as a moral compass and ethical-legal advocate for the healthcare team. My goal is to provide guidance on professional practice standards and ethical considerations when making decisions. I will strive to promote an atmosphere of respect for each staff member’s individual autonomy while balancing the needs of our organization in order to ensure that we deliver safe, high quality care.
In addition to providing direction and support, I will actively participate in decision making processes to ensure legal compliance with state and federal regulations as well as organizational policies. Furthermore, I will empower members of the healthcare team by fostering an environment where individual values are respected and open dialogue is encouraged so all voices can be heard. Ultimately, it is my responsibility to ensure that clinical decisions adhere to best practices while being reflective of our core values – integrity, compassion, accountability and excellence – guiding us towards better patient outcomes.