NURS FPX 8004 Assessment 2 plays a pivotal role in bridging the gap between theory and real-world practice NURS FPX 8004 Assessment 2. This assessment encourages nursing students to examine leadership strategies that drive team performance, patient safety, and ethical decision-making. It emphasizes the integration of evidence-based leadership models that foster positive working environments and enhance healthcare delivery. Students are often required to analyze their leadership styles using established frameworks such as transformational or servant leadership. By doing so, they identify personal strengths, areas for improvement, and strategies to enhance their effectiveness as nurse leaders. The reflection on communication, collaboration, and cultural competence further strengthens the understanding of leadership in a diverse healthcare environment. Through Assessment 2, nurses learn that leadership is not defined by authority alone but by influence, vision, and the ability to inspire others to achieve common goals in patient care.