Multidisciplinary Teamworking
9Multidisciplinary Teamworking Hinal Patel and Oonagh McSorley Abstract The multidisciplinary team (MDT) as a concept is viewed as a best practice or gold standard in cancer healthcare services globally. It…
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Non‐Medical Prescribing
12Non‐Medical Prescribing Laura Croan and Barry Quinn Abstract This chapter explores the background and development of non‐medical prescribing through supplementary prescribing and patient group directives to the rapid recent growth…
Psychological Support
6Psychological Support Caroline McCaughey, Edel Aughey, and Susan Smyth Abstract This chapter examines the psychological sequelae of a cancer diagnosis for the patient and their loved ones. It focuses on…
Leadership and Teams
6Leadership and Teams 6.1 Introduction This chapter will explore leadership and its role in the support of teams and team working. Leadership is not a solo activity, and many skills…
Leadership and Networking
7Leadership and Networking 7.1 Introduction This chapter has nothing to do with fishing … or does it? As it will address the important leadership skill of networking. Personal, professional, organisational,…
Followership
10Followership 10.1 Introduction Hersey et al. (1996) suggest that “followership” is the flip side of leadership. Followers are described as vital because they accept or reject the leader and determine…
Leadership and Values
8Leadership and Values 8.1 Introduction This chapter will explore the importance of values‐based approaches to nursing leadership. The relationship between professional values and approaches to leadership will be addressed and…
