Leadership Motivation and Styles of Graduating Nursing Students of the National University-Manila

Alvin Hernandez, MAN, RN; Roberto C. Sombillo, PhD, RN; Marilen F. Pacis, EdD, RN; Kristine P. Vidad, MAN, RN; Kristine Nicole Fernandez, RN; Paul Dayandayan, PhD, RN; Charina Algar, MAEd, MSN, RN; Sheila Buxani-Callao, MAN, RN; Cristina T. Rebollido, MAN

doi:10.7492/m515j457

Authors

Alvin Hernandez, MAN, RN; Roberto C. Sombillo, PhD, RN; Marilen F. Pacis, EdD, RN; Kristine P. Vidad, MAN, RN; Kristine Nicole Fernandez, RN; Paul Dayandayan, PhD, RN; Charina Algar, MAEd, MSN, RN; Sheila Buxani-Callao, MAN, RN; Cristina T. Rebollido, MAN Author

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.7492/m515j457

Abstract

The significance of leadership in healthcare has always been recognized as impacting patient care. As such, the requirement for early training is critical. While
there is strong literature support on the impact of leadership on productivity and morale at the workplace, the development of leadership capability has been
limitedly explored, especially in the context of students. Leadership Motivation and Leadership Styles are relevant in training future nurse leaders. A descriptive
correlational design was utilized to determine the relationship between leadership styles and the motivation of graduating students. To determine the leadership
motivation of students, the Leadership Motivation Assessment Tool of McLeod et.al. (2023) and Goleman’s (2017) Six Leadership Styles were used. The
Leadership Motivation of nursing students is very high. The predominant motivation is on the parameter: “I find pleasure in recognizing and celebrating the
accomplishments of others.” The predominant Leadership Style was the Democratic Leadership Style, characterized by collaboration. This was evident in the
highest rating on the statement: “I believe teams work best when everyone is involved in making decisions.” There is a positive low correlation with Democratic
Leadership Style and Leadership Motivation. A negative moderate relationship was observed between leadership motivation and Commanding Leadership Style.
The Improvement on other leadership styles may represent further empirical testing. Visionary and Pacesetting leadership Styles, as they appear to be relevant
today, may be enhanced through exposure and familiarity with breakthrough organizations known for their strategic directions. The leadership motivations of
nursing students may be enhanced with early exposure to leadership concepts in the classroom, community, and clinical areas. The Student Nursing Organization
of the University may include Leadership Development Activities focusing on competency development of the predominant leadership style valued by NU students.