Health LEADS Australia: The Australian Health Leadership Framework
HealthWorkforce Australia
Leadership has similarities in all industries although health is recognised for its complexity and its purposes. Health leaders strive to improve clinical and quality of life indicators, and the wellbeing of the health system. Research shows ‘the quality of health leadership directly and indirectly affects the quality of patient care and is an important factor supporting best practice.’ Leaders affect ‘people, their satisfaction, trust in management, commitment, individual and team effectiveness (and) the culture and climate of organisations. While other factors are important, leadership plays a central role in mobilising people towards a common goal.