Leaders as Educators (but really Risk Management??)

1. Share what you had expected to learn about the topic before the class.

I expected that we would discuss in more depth about degrees in higher education in the nursing field and the future of nursing. I was also hoping  we would discuss the differences between the assorted continuing education degrees.

2. What you actually learned from the unit.

I missed class today, but I understand that we discussed more about risk management and legal responsibilities.  From the notes from class taken by others in the class, it seems as though you discussed that risk management is involved in many areas of healthcare such as and as leaders you face:

Financial issues (like financing, program development and equipment purchases.), Operational & Clinical issues (Keeping both patients and employees safe), Human Capital, Legal/Regulatory, (ensuring that the nurse practice act and policies and procedures are followed), Natural Disaster/Hazard (having a plan and making sure that staff understands the procedures and has been trained to follow them in the event of an emergency.)

3. How you will utilize the information learned in your nursing practice.

If/when I get to be a leader/manager, I will have a better understanding of what to do.  I also believe knowing the pressures and tasks of my superiors gives me a better understanding of why they do what they do, and gives me better motivation to follow the rules and regulations.

4. Your personal feelings about the material covered.

Risk management is a vital part of working as a nurse.  We risk our own lives and the lives of our patients if we ignore the safety precautions that have been put into place for all of our benefit. Following what we have been asked to do is important, and for me, knowing why is often what I need to make sure I and my patient’s follow protocol always.