Leadership's Impact on Quality, Outcomes, and Costs

Crit Care Nurs Clin North Am. 2019 Jun;31(2):153-163. doi: 10.1016/j.cnc.2019.02.003. Epub 2019 Apr 8.

Abstract

In the move to increase effectiveness in valued-based organizational cultures, mindfulness leaders are charged to create environments that foster curiosity and creativity in uncertain times. Mindfulness increases situational awareness and improved communication enhances a culture of safety and better patient outcomes. Mindfulness leadership matters, providing effective ways to communicate and collaborate with others. Results matter, increasing the ability to sustain improvement through increased awareness, and enhancing healthy work environments and joy in the workplace. This article provides useful tools, strategies, and tips for mindful leaders and facilitates greater impact on improved patient and employee outcomes.

Keywords: Creativity; Curiosity; Efficiency; Mindfulness leadership; Safety; Uncertainty.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Awareness*
  • Creativity
  • Humans
  • Leadership*
  • Mindfulness / methods
  • Organizational Culture*
  • Outcome Assessment, Health Care / economics*
  • Quality Indicators, Health Care*