The Nursing and Midwifery Office has three leadership programs on offer:
Take the Lead is a two-year program is designed to equip and empower nursing and midwifery unit managers (NUMs and MUMs) with skills to lead change, foster positive team cultures and inspire exceptional care.
NUMs and MUMs with 1 year+ experience managing a clinical unit who are:
The in-person workshops will build on the self-paced preparation and allow participants to engage with the critical elements of the curriculum in an engaging, practical and experiential way.
Critical to the learning cycle is the application of learning to the workplace. Post workshops, participants are provided with tasks designed to support the practice and embedding of key concepts, tools and techniques.
The Peer Consultation process aims to provide N/MUMs with peer support to work through workplace leadership challenges. This practical exercise offers the opportunity to apply the concepts and learnings to an actual situation.
The program will use the webinar to facilitate reflection, enable group coaching or bring in guest speakers.
Mentoring provides individualised support to participants. Mentors provide information, insight, wisdom and advice, as well as encouragement and guidance.
In the Lead is a 12-month leadership program for senior nursing and midwifery leaders who want to expand their leadership skills and capabilities to empower high-value, exceptional care. The expected learning outcomes include:
In the Lead is for Nurse Managers and Midwife Managers who are responsible for managing staff and have at least one year experience in the role. In the Lead participants are required to commit to attending all components of the program.
Interested Nurse Managers and Midwife Managers require the endorsement of their Director of Nursing and Midwifery to gain a position in the program.
iLead is a 9-month leadership program for facility directors of nursing and midwifery (DoNMs) which aims to strengthen the leadership capability and capacity of facility DoNMs in the NSW Health system.
The expected learning outcomes include:
iLead is for facility directors of nursing and midwifery who are responsible for facility leadership and have at least one year experience in the role. Participants are required to commit to attending all components of the program and seek the support of facility executive to engage in all aspects of the program.
Interested DoNMs require the endorsement of their LHD/SN Director of Nursing and Midwifery or line manager to gain a position in the program.
The in-person workshops will allow participants to engage with the critical elements of the curriculum equipping participants with tools for effective decision-making and problem-solving. Workshops are delivered in an engaging, practical and experiential way to respond to the needs of the participants. The intensive workshops also provide opportunities for participants to connect and network with each other.
Group sessions are used to provide foundational knowledge, build community and facilitate collective discussions.
The program uses the Leadership Circle Profile (LCP) 360-degree feedback tool to provide personalised insights for each participant. This tailored approach allows for the identification of individual strengths and development areas, ensuring that the program meets the diverse needs of the DoNMs.
Participants engage in individual and group coaching sessions to develop strategies to embed new leadership skills and behaviours and create plans to sustain leadership improvements over time. Participants can engage in structured peer consultations to unpack workplace challenges and leverage collective insights.
The program includes reflective assignments, action plans and real-world case studies. A tailored approach allows for the identification of individual strengths and development areas.
NaMO leadership programs are delivered periodically. For more information on the program and upcoming course dates, contact MOH-nurse@health.nsw.gov.au