e-Leadership: Leading in a Virtual Environment - Guiding Principles for Nurse Leaders

Health care organizations have yet to appreciate the unique challenges associated with leading virtual teams. Nurse leaders are faced with managing some aspect of virtual teams that require a new way of leading. Nursing leadership will need to integrate and leverage technology to meet the growing demands of the health care industry. Guiding principles can help nurse leaders effectively guide their organizations in a virtual environment. It is important for e-leaders to create a social presence and build trusting relationships with all members of the virtual team.