Evaluating Communication Styles and Leadership for Enhancing Team Dynamics Among Specialized and Maternal-Child Nurses in Multidisciplinary Hospital Units

Abstract

Effective leadership and communication are essential components of improving nursing practice in multidisciplinary healthcare settings. This narrative review examines the interrelationship between leadership and communication, with a focus on specialty nurses and maternity nurses. It explores the impact of leadership styles, such as transformational, collaborative, and directive leadership, on team dynamics, job satisfaction, and patient outcomes. It also reviews barriers to effective communication, including cultural diversity, hierarchical structures, and stress, which hinder collaboration and lead to errors. Strategies to address these challenges include leadership development programs, structured communication tools, emotional intelligence training, and promoting a culture of inclusion. Nursing teams can improve cohesion, reduce medical errors, and achieve better healthcare outcomes by integrating strong leadership and effective communication.