The staff nurse is considered to be a leader by nursing peers on the unit. What characteristics does this nurse likely possess? Select all that apply
1. Awareness of happenings throughout the hospital
2. Ability to encourage newly hired nurses
3. Skepticism about using technology for standard nursing tasks
4. Adaptability
5. Collaboration skills
1, 2, 4, 5
Explanation: 1. The staff nurse can also be a leader. The same aspects of leadership and characteristics of a person holding a leadership position are important for leaders at the staff nurse level.
2. The staff nurse can also be a leader. The same aspects of leadership and characteristics of a person holding a leadership position are important for leaders at the staff nurse level.
3. An important aspect of being a leader is being able to see the benefits of technology.
4. The staff nurse can also be a leader. The same aspects of leadership and characteristics of a person holding a leadership position are important for leaders at the staff nurse level.
5. The staff nurse can also be a leader. The same aspects of leadership and characteristics of a person holding a leadership position are important for leaders at the staff nurse level.
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