Mapped to the 2018 NMC Standards, this book introduces students to the principles and practice of leadership, management and team working. It uses students¿ own values and experience of leadership as a framework through which to learn about the topic, covering the core theory in straight-forward language and relating it to practice through multiple case studies and activities.

Peter Ellis is an independent nursing and health and social care writer and consultant, and CEO of Intelligent Care Software. He is also an Expert Witness for nursing and social care. Peter was most recently a Registered Manager and Nursing Director in the Hospice and social care settings. Prior to this, he was a senior lecturer and programme director at Canterbury Christ Church University where he taught understanding research, among other topics, to undergraduate and postgraduate nursing students. Peter is also an Honorary Senior Research Fellow of Canterbury Christ Church University and has a special interest, including ongoing research, in palliative and end-of-life care

Chapter 1: Experience of management and leadership
Chapter 2: Frameworks for management and leadership
Chapter 3: Teams and teamwork
Chapter 4: Working with individuals in teams
Chapter 5: Conflict management and negotiation skills
Chapter 6: Coaching, mentoring and clinical supervision
Chapter 7: Improving care and change management
Chapter 8: Creating a learning environment
Chapter 9: Developing confidence as a manager and leader