4.03 Apply principles of leadership and teamwork

1.05 Understand concepts of teamwork All team members work together to: Identify the needs of the patient Offer opinions on the best type of care Suggest additional professionals who might be able to assist with specific needs 1.05 Understand concepts of teamwork

Leadership

Leader’s responsibilities Organize and coordinate the team activities Encourage everyone to share ideas and give opinions Motivating all team members to work toward established goals Assisting with problems Monitoring the progress of team Providing reports and feedback to all members concerning their effectiveness. 1.05 Understand concepts of teamwork

Roles of the Effective Leader Brings the team together Sets the vision of the team

Interpersonal relationships Leaders have to be able to develop good interpersonal relationships! To do this they must: Maintain a positive attitude and learn to laugh at themselves! 1.05 Understand concepts of teamwork

Interpersonal relationships 2. Be friendly and cooperate with others! 3. Assist others when you see they need your help! 1.05 Understand concepts of teamwork

Interpersonal relationships 4. Listen carefully when another person is sharing ideas or beliefs. 5. Respect the opinions of others even though you may not agree with them. 1.05 Understand concepts of teamwork

Interpersonal relationships 6. Be open-minded willing to compromise 7. Avoid criticizing other team members 1.05 Understand concepts of teamwork

1.05 Understand concepts of teamwork

Interpersonal relationships 8. Learn good communication skills so you can share ideas, concepts, and knowledge 9. Support and encourage team members 10. Perform your duties to the best of your abilities 1.05 Understand concepts of teamwork

Attributes of the Effective Leader Qualities: Respects the rights, dignity, opinions, and abilities of others Understands the principles of democracy Understands own strengths and weaknesses Displays self-confidence and willingness to take a stand Communicates effectively and states ideas clearly

Attitudes of the Effective Leader Shows self-initiative and willingness to work Completes tasks Shows optimism Is open-minded and can compromise Praises others and gives credit to others Is dedicated to meeting high standards 1.05 Understand concepts of teamwork

1.05 Understand concepts of teamwork Leadership styles Autocratic Democratic Laissez-faire leader 1.05 Understand concepts of teamwork

1.05 Understand concepts of teamwork Autocratic Leader Often called “dictator” Makes all decisions Has difficulty delegating or sharing duties Emphasizes discipline Expects all to follow directions Causes fear of punishment from team 1.05 Understand concepts of teamwork

1.05 Understand concepts of teamwork Democratic Leader Guides Listens to the opinions of others Encourages participation of all team members in decisions and problem solving Makes decision based on the good of the group 1.05 Understand concepts of teamwork

1.05 Understand concepts of teamwork Laissez-faire Leader From French phrase “let it be” Informal type of leader Strives for minimal rules Allows individuals to function independently Usually avoids making decisions 1.05 Understand concepts of teamwork

Role of an Effective Leader Define and achieve the goal Recognize and praise team members publicly Coach and reprimand privately Protect the team! 1.05 Understand concepts of teamwork