Manager Development Program
Today's healthcare environment presents many challenges to nurse leaders, and effective leadership training for nurses is essential to successful transitions from the clinical to the managerial role. Addressing critical competencies and developing the required skills to manage staff and navigate the politics of a healthcare institution are instrumental to this process. Along with curriculum content, the method of instruction is key for successful integration of the nurse into this new role. The Capstone team developed an evidencebased curriculum within a mentorship and projectoriented framework that will provide a cohesive starting point to bridge the gap between clinical practice and effective leadership. This curriculum will be implemented within the nurse's home institution and with participation of senior leadership in order to reinforce newly acquired skills and the institution's culture.