As Kelly (2011) stated “Influence is an instrumental part of leadership often inspiring, animating, and encouraging others to participate” (Kelly, 2011, p. 2). This statement means that leadership can be described as a way of influencing people to contribute and work towards a goal. A good leader is able to motivate others and sets a good example for the people he leads. Kelly (2011) explained that the nurse's role alternates between that of leader and follower when working with other healthcare workers in the field. (Kelly, 2011 p. 3). This statement explains that nurses, whether they are LVNs or RNs, have someone to lead them or someone to follow. While both may assume a leadership role and the LVN may lead other LVNs and certified nursing assistants (CNAs), the LVN still practices under the supervision and guidance of a