The application of authentic leadership theory to create a healthy work environment in the workplace

Write an essay after reading the following two articles:

1. 1) Shirley, M. R. (2006). Authentic leaders creating healthy work environments for nursing practice. American Journal of Critical Care, 15(3), 256–267. https://doi.org/10.4037/ajcc2006.15.3.256
2. 2) American Association of Critical-Care Nurses. (2016). AACN standards for establishing and sustaining healthy work environments: A journey to excellence (2nd edition). https://www.aacn.org/WD/HWE/Docs/HWEStandards.pdf

Guidelines:

⬧ Essay structure: Introduction, Main Body, Conclusion.

⬧ Describe the characteristics and relationship of a healthy work environment and authentic leadership

⬧ Discuss the application of authentic leadership theory to create a healthy work environment in your workplace.

I am currenly working in an isolation ward, please apply the authentic leadership theory to create a healthy workplace environment in the ward setting. Please follow the guideline to write the essay, thank you!