Bhubaneswar: Nurses play a critical role in healthcare and need to be empowered through leadership training, Siksha ‘O’ Anusandhan (SOA) vice-president Saswati Das 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,” chief guest Das said at the inaugural programme of a Management Development Programme (MDP) focused on nursing leadership.
The programme was organised by the Institute of Business and Computer Studies (IBCS), faculty of management sciences of SOA.
Nurses are at the heart of patient care while leadership in nursing is vital to ensure safety, efficiency and compassion in healthcare delivery, Das observed.
“A true leader in nursing not only manages tasks but also motivates teams, communicates effectively and advocates for both patients and staff,” she said.
In view of increasing demands on the health system, empowering nurses through leadership training was no longer optional but essential.
Das said the programme provided nurses a platform to grow, share experiences and build confidence to lead with integrity and empathy.
SOA vice-chancellor Prof. Pradipta Kumar Nanda also underlined the importance of nurses in the healthcare system.
Prof. Ayasa Kanta Mohanty, Dean of IBCS, Prof. Manoranjan Dash, Additional Dean of the institute and Dr Sasmita Das, Dean of SUM Nursing College also spoke at the programme.
