Apply leadership concepts in the development and initiation of effective plans for the microsystems and system-wide practice improvements that will improve the quality of healthcare delivery.

Aacn essentials self-assessment and patient-centered care

Leadership is essential in the development and initiation of effective plans that will improve healthcare delivery. It is important for leaders to have a clear vision in order to effectively motivate and engage people around them. Leaders should also focus on creating an environment where everyone involved feels respected, empowered and able to contribute ideas.

At the microsystem level, leaders should spend time getting feedback from staff members about their current practices and what improvements could be made. This information can then be used to create an action plan with specific goals for improving care quality. Leaders should ensure that any changes are carefully monitored so that progress can be tracked and success rewarded when appropriate.

At the system-wide level, leadership plays a key role in driving change throughout the organization by providing guidance, direction, resources and support as new initiatives are implemented. Leaders must also ensure that there is alignment between individual departments so they all work towards shared goals with consistent expectations across the board. It is imperative that any new practice improvement strategies are clearly communicated to all individuals involved so everyone knows what is expected of them. Finally, leaders need to create an environment where open honest dialogue can take place so issues can be addressed constructively rather than ignored or swept under the rug.