Leadership in Health Care

By Lesley Dowding and Jill Barr

Book Overview

Now in its sixth edition, this much-loved book is your essential introduction to leadership in healthcare. With new content on cultural diversity, leadership theories, and the role of AI, the book is written in clear, straightforward language and filled with practical examples, helping to develop the leadership skills you need for practice.

Part 1: The Individual - Learn about the theory and nature of leadership, with reflective questions designed to help you explore your own values and leadership style. Part 2: The Team - Delve into interprofessional working, the role of communication in leadership and crucial topics such as problem solving and emotional intelligence. Part 3: The Organisation - Understand quality improvement, organisational change and why your involvement matters at every stage of your career.

This book is an invaluable resource for all nursing, midwifery and allied health students and professionals.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1036201430
• ISBN13: 9781036201432
• Release Date: November 2025
• Publisher: Sage Publications Ltd
• Length: 392 Pages
• Weight: 1.38 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.7" x 9.6"