A new graduate nurse has accepted a job on a nursing unit in a busy or

QUESTION

A new graduate nurse has accepted a job on a nursing unit in a busy orthopedic unit and has been working for the last 6 months developing her skills.

She has worked with many colleagues and has seen many instances where her manager has been accessible, communicated well, and has supported her staff. She determines that her leader on the unit is an exceptional nursing leader. What remaining criteria for evaluating effective leaders does McCauley and Van Velsor list that would relate to accountability?

A) Does the leader use effective verbal and nonverbal communication skills?
B) Can the leader effectively modify his or her behavior and that of others?
C) Is the leader willing to help others grow as professional nurses?
D) Does the leader set high standards and hold others and self to the standards?

ANSWER:

D