Culture Change: The Nexus of Leadership, Organisational Development Models, and Coaching Cultures in Healthcare

Abstract

The COVID-19 pandemic has ushered in an era of unparalleled challenges for healthcare systems worldwide. As hospitals and healthcare organizations shoulder the immense responsibility of delivering critical care to patients, they have grappled with an array of dynamic and intricate cultural challenges that have emerged during the pandemic and continue to shape the healthcare landscape in the U.S. This paper embarks on a vital exploration into the multifaceted realm of organizational cultural change within the context of healthcare institutions. By delving into the intricacies of cultural transformation during and after the pandemic, this research inquiry, grounded in a comprehensive review of research theories and the latest literature, not only seeks to provide a deeper understanding of the evolving dynamics within healthcare organizations but also offers a novel perspective on the navigation of these complexities. The importance of this research lies in its ability to shed light on the profound shifts in workplace dynamics and priorities brought about by COVID-19, thereby contributing valuable insights that can guide healthcare leaders and practitioners in adapting to this new reality and fostering resilient healthcare systems for the future.

Keywords

• change management
• organisational agility
• organisational adaptability
• resistance to change
• healthcare administration
• healthcare leadership
• transformational leadership
• covid-19