In a formal word document format paper, using assessments in
Modules 1-3, evidence from the Review Matrix, and taking into
consideration what you’ve learned in your readings and assignments
throughout the course, formulate a Personal Leadership Strategic Plan.
This may present you with an opportunity to incorporate the
“burning question” that you have as a nurse.
After thoughtful reflection of previously submitted Personal
SWOT Analysis (mentally reflect on your strengths, how you can use your
strengths to develop as a leader throughout your career, areas that you
need to develop, and strategies that you can use to overcome limitations
and enhance your leadership potential)
Construct the APA formatted narrative paper according to the
following criteria:
Introduce your personal strategic leadership plan. Provide a
thesis statement. (1 paragraph)
Write your personal leadership vision. Where do you
see yourself in the context of leadership in the nursing profession in
10-20 years? How influential would you like to be in your
community, nationally or internationally? (1 paragraph)
Write your mission or purpose as a leader in the nursing
profession. What do you want to be known for and why? For example; researchers, advocators, policymakers, educators,
quality improvement specialists, and formal leaders.
Incorporate strengths of self-mastery from the book, Jesus
CEO. (1-2 paragraphs)
Write SMART (specific, measurable, achievable, realistic, time-tested)
goals. Then list the actions you will take to achieve each goal and plot
a timeline for each action. Incorporate strengths of action and
strengths of relationships from the book, Jesus CEO. (2-4 paragraphs)
Provide conclusion; succinctly summarize key “take home”
elements for the reader. (1 paragraph)
Use all course readings and assignments; and incorporate
evidence from the “Review Matrix” assignment which includes literature to
support your chosen vision, mission, goals, and actions.
Utilize APA format, grammar, punctuation, and mechanics,
including level headings.
For grading criteria, see Personal Leadership Strategic Plan
Rubric.