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OBJECTIVE: This cross-sectional, mixed-methods study explored new and aspiring chief nursing officers' (CNOs) perceived leadership effectiveness after attending an executive leadership development program. BACKGROUND: CNOs deal with complex challenges that require new leadership acumen. Higher CNO turnover and shortened tenure (2-7 years) indicate the need for specific, early programmatic leadership development to meet emerging challenges. METHODS: An exploratory cross-sectional, mixed-methods approach was used to gain a deeper understanding of the impact, attitudes, challenges, issues, and leadership support of new/aspiring CNOs. RESULTS: Respondents indicated the program positively influenced their leadership development, encouraged them to attain higher leadership roles, and supported them to expand their professional network. CONCLUSIONS: Findings demonstrated the effect leadership development programs can have on new/aspiring CNOs and identified an ongoing need for development. Additional research exploring multilevel effects is needed to convey the return on investment for executive nursing leadership development programs.
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