Modelling of managerial competences in health care units - preliminary assumptions

Purpose: The aim of the article is to present the theoretical assumptions of the model of managerial competences in health care units. It was assumed that competences are a multidimensional concept and require an integrated approach that allows for the construction of a competency model that reflects their real complexity. A list of managerial competencies will be presented, which will be subject to empirical verification in the course of future research by the authors in order to identify key competencies. Design/methodology/approach: The proposed lists of managerial competencies (six domains) were created and are based on the analysis of healthcare competencies models - the study of the literature - and one of the Authors’ observations of the analyzed entities (as a consultant). Findings: Presented model of managerial competencies in health care units contains six domains with 32 competencies. These domains capture the dynamics and complexity of health care unit’s manager’s role and reflect the dynamic realities in health leadership today. Originality/value: An identification the managerial competencies of health care units managers significantly shaping competences of such organizations especially relevant in pandemic time.

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Opracowanie rekordu ze środków MEiN, umowa nr SONP/SP/546092/2022 w ramach programu "Społeczna odpowiedzialność nauki" - moduł: Popularyzacja nauki i promocja sportu (2022-2023).