Question

Analyze the leadership challenges in a situation that involves a critical health care or public health issue

Answer 1

With an increase in the population number and diversity, the demand for healthcare access and patient-centered care are also increased. Leadership and management are needed to deliver optimal health care as it ensures timely care delivery, achieving health reform objectives, improving the system performance, integrity and efficiency. The possible leadership challenges that occur during a critical health care or public health issue include,

• Identifying the potentials of each individual employee and distributing the appropriate work to meet the goals
• Distribution of available human resources efficiently
• Developing cultural competency skills among the team members
• Securing adequate funds to meet the financial needs during the critical time
• Maintaining harmony