Susan J. Quaal: the global and local impact of a transformational leader

J Cardiovasc Nurs. 1998 Jan;12(2):88-93. doi: 10.1097/00005082-199801000-00015.

Abstract

To be a transformational leader in nursing, one must have forever changed the course of our practice. This article highlights the qualities of a great leader, Susan J. Quaal, PhD, APRN, CVS, CCRN. Described are examples of Susan's incredible clinical expertise and also the attributes that make her such a dynamic leader in all domains of the clinical nurse specialist role: Practitioner, educator/mentor, consultant, leader/administrator, and researcher. Interwoven in this article, you will also find the threads of humility and charity that make Susan such an extraordinary human being and a blessing to all the lives she touches.

Publication types

  • Biography
  • Historical Article

MeSH terms

  • Cardiovascular Diseases / history
  • Cardiovascular Diseases / nursing
  • History, 20th Century
  • Humans
  • Leadership
  • Mentors*
  • Nurse Clinicians / history*
  • United States

Personal name as subject

  • S J Quaal