Understanding Leadership for Nursing Associates

Demonstrating leadership is entwined with many aspects of the nursing associate role. It is found in your workload management, prioritisation and delegation. It is found in the way you contribute to your team and supervise others. It is found in the way you deliver care and implement quality improvement. In short, understanding leadership is key to your future career. This book offers a first step into the world of leadership. Introducing the theory and principles of leadership you need to know, it shows you how to apply them to your every day role and build confidence in yourself as a leader.

Key features

• Fully mapped to the NMC Standards of Proficiency for Nursing Associates (2018)

• Explains the theory and principles of leadership in clear, straightforward language

• Case studies and activities illustrate leadership across a range of scenarios and care settings

• Written specifically to address the unique experiences, challenges and requirements of the nursing associate role