Articles: health.
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Leadership development is of the utmost importance as the Army Medical Department prepares for future conflicts. All Army Medical Department leaders, including nurses, need to be prepared to lead in a high-tempo, complex environment. Nurse leader effectiveness is paramount to military readiness as well as for recruitment and retention within the Army Nurse Corps (ANC). Both Army talent management and Defense Health Agency documents recognize the importance of Emotional Intelligence principles for successful leadership. Resonant Leadership (RL) is informed by Emotional Intelligence principles and is well-studied within nursing literature. Additionally, the body of evidence examining RL demonstrates a positive impact on the nurse work environment. The purpose of this concept analysis is to define RL within the context of Army nursing, to clarify how this concept relates to Army leadership doctrine, and to propose innovative application(s) of RL within the ANC. ⋯ Resonant Leadership bridges the gap between frontline nursing leadership development, the Army leadership model, and the DHA's Joint Professional Practice Model for nurses. By focusing on developing resonance, Army nurse leaders can simultaneously demonstrate many of the attributes and competencies the Army describes within its leadership doctrine. Although further research is needed to determine the prevalence of RL within Army nursing, RL has applicability to practice and military education. RL is one tool at the disposal of ANC senior to leaders to promote healthy work environments while preparing competent leaders for the complexities of future combat operations.