Our interpretation of study findings is that the NLI
accomplished its primary purpose of teaching novice
nurse leaders how to implement empowering behaviours.
Attendance at the NLI led to an increased use
of leader empowering behaviours 1 year later. Leader
empowering behaviours are teachable, relational skills
that make significant, positive differences for staff and
the work environment (Cummings et al. 2010). In
addition to the direct, instructional effects of the NLI