Bhubaneswar, July 2: Nurses, who play a critical role in healthcare, need to be empowered through leadership training to face the increasing demands in this sphere, Saswati Das, Vice-President of Siksha ‘O’ Anusandhan (SOA), said on Wednesday.
“Leadership in nursing is about making informed decisions in critical situations, creating a positive work culture and adapting to constant changes in the healthcare environment,” Das said while speaking as the chief guest at the inaugural program of a Management Development Program (MDP) focused on nursing leadership organised by the Institute of Business and Computer Studies (IBCS), faculty of management sciences of SOA.
Das said nurses were at the heart of patient care while leadership in nursing was vital to ensure safety, efficiency and compassion in healthcare delivery.
“A true leader in nursing not only manages tasks but also motivates teams, communicates effectively and advocates for both patients and staff,” she said.
Das said in the face of increasing demands on the health systems, empowering nurses through leadership training was no longer optional but was essential.
The program, she said, provided nurses a platform to grow, share experiences and build the confidence to lead with integrity and empathy.
SOA Vice-Chancellor Prof. Pradipta Kumar Nanda, who also addressed the program, underlined the importance of nurses in the healthcare system.
The program was also addressed by Prof. Ayasa Kanta Mohanty, Dean of IBCS, Prof. Manoranjan Dash, Additional Dean of the institute and Dr. Sasmita Das, Dean of SUM Nursing College while Dr. B.B. Mishra, Coordinator of the program, proposed the vote of thanks.
