Discussion: Power Dynamics

Discussion: Power Dynamics

Title Discussion: Power Dynamics Preferred Language style English (U.S.)
Type of document Coursework Number of pages/words 1 Page Double Spaced (approx 275 words per page)
Subject area   Nursing Academic Level Master
Style APA Number of sources/references 3
Order description:
It is an open discussion. Please, avoid plagiarism. Bring to mind a nurse whose words, behaviors or reputation convey power. What is it about this individual that suggests power? How does your perception of this person relate to your view of yourself as a nurse leader and the image you associate with nursing?
Required Readings
Marquis, B. L., & Huston, C. J. (2017). Leadership roles and management functions in nursing: Theory and application (9th ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott, Williams & Wilkins.

Chapter 13, “Organizational, Political, and Personal Power”

Chapter 13 delves into different types of power. As you read, consider how you see power demonstrated within your own organization.
Leach, L. S., & McFarland, P. (2014). Assessing the professional development needs of experienced nurse executive leaders. Journal of Nursing Administration, 44(1), 51–62.

Retrieved from the Walden Library databases.

McMurry, T. B. (2011). The image of male nurses and nursing leadership mobility. Nursing Forum, 46(1), 22–28.

This article discusses the underrepresentation of males in nursing and the advantages and difficulties faced by men in the nursing profession.

Rao, A. (2012). The contemporary construction of nurse empowerment. Journal of Nursing Scholarship, 44(4), 396–402.

Retrieved from the Walden Library databases.

Spence Laschinger, H. K., & Fida, R. (2014). New nurses burnout and workplace wellbeing: The influence of authentic leadership and psychological capital. Burnout Research. 1(1), 19–28.

Retrieved from the Walden Library databases.

Tost, L. P. (2015). When, why, and how do powerholders “feel the power”? Examining the links between structural and psychological power and reviving the connection between power and responsibility. Research in organizational behavior, 35, 29–56.

Retrieved from the Walden Library databases.

Required Media
Laureate Education (Producer). (2012h). Personal power plan. Baltimore, MD: Author.

Note: The approximate length of this media piece is 14 minutes.

In this week’s media presentation, experts share patient experiences that have enriched their lives personally and professionally along with strategies for increasing personal power.