Identify a nurse leader in your current or previous employment and schedule time for an interview.
Ask the leader questions regarding the following topics:
The difference between leadership and management
Differentiating between leadership theories and styles
Leadership style
Changes made in leadership style as a result of evolving leadership roles
Challenges faced as a leader in today's health care systems
Models of leadership practiced
Nursing theory's influence in a leadership role
Important values a nurse leader should emulate
Leadership theorist's influence on nursing practice
Safety, quality, and values and how these should impact the nursing leader role
Write a 1,050- to 1,400-word paper compiling the information from the interview.
Use information on any challenges faced as a leader.
Include a summary of how the information you gained from this interview will influence your career in the nursing field.
Format your paper consistent with APA guidelines.