Leadership in Gerontological Nursing
- 18 May 1984
- journal article
- Published by Taylor & Francis in Gerontology & Geriatrics Education
- Vol. 4 (3) , 99-111
- https://doi.org/10.1300/j021v04n03_10
Abstract
Leadership in gerontological nursing demands from the nurse an understanding of the social, political and health care systems which impinge upon the client and the profession. A theoretical perspective of conflict and power is used to explain the impact of scarce resources, a major problem in the health care environment of the eighties. Conflict management and power employment are seen as requisite tools for effective leadership. Suggestions for reshaping existing gerontological nursing practice, nursing research and educational patterns are offered. New modes of health care delivery can be established by gerontological nurses that focus on the provision of cost effective, quality health care.Keywords
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