Leaders set goals and influence others' actions to achieve them. Effective nurse leaders must be able to help nurses objectively view their responsibilities to patients, their profession, and themselves to counteract the constant negative bombardment of disease, suffering, and dependency on the nursing staff. These leaders must be enthusiastic about their work and have a special concern for others. Leaders need to develop objectivity, understand how they come across to employees, and be prepared to initiate ideas, take action, and assume responsibility for outcomes. Understand the nature of conflict.
True leaders have the ability to express an issue from several points of view.
They're aware of the emotion and logic driving an argument, and can read hidden agendas. Implement the flow, adaptation, and wise use of knowledge. Leaders are broadminded and avoid the narrowness that may result from intensive specialization. They seek knowledge outside their own area of competence and understanding. Conceive and create innovative plans.