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Kristina Valenzuela
N362 - Professionalism in Nursing II
strong in both tasks and people skills. I believe I do encompass the management skills of
planning and organizing to direct a team toward achieving a desired outcome. However,
instead of simply instructing them on what to do, I lead by example and work with them
to achieve the desired outcome. As a "shepherd", I prefer to guide my team rather than
directly control or order them to do something. I do prefer to avoid conflicts, try to
accommodate others as much as possible, and put in my fair share of work. I really am a
people person and find joy in watching others improve and succeed, so I do my best to
share what I know and help them work towards success as an individual and as a team. In
order to strengthen my leadership style, I will continue to be a team leader by taking
initiative if I notice someone needs a little direction, but prompting participation in
decision-making. I will continue to use my planning and organizing skills to keep a sense
of direction.
One leadership style I will focus on in the clinical setting is to be a maintenance
manager. I believe I am well organized and a good planner, both very important qualities
to have as an effective manager. What I would like to work on is being more efficient and
information-focused. It would be beneficial for me as a nurse to learn to be more efficient
because it will allow me to work smarter, not harder.
Kristina Valenzuela
N362 - Professionalism in Nursing II
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