This textbook exists to support the journey from emerging registered healthcare professional through to becoming a competent care manager. It considers the seminal theory and research into leadership and management and places it firmly into a healthcare context providing the reader with a thorough and robust grounding in the subject.

Key features:

• Integration of theory and practice using Action Points and case studies throughout
• Includes perspectives from a wide range of healthcare settings and professional groups
• Each chapter includes 'Guidance on good practice' showing what high-quality care and effective change looks like

Written by a vastly experienced author, practitioner and educator, this latest book from Neil Gopee is essential reading for nursing, health and social care students taking modules on leadership, management and transition to practice in their final year. It is also ideal for newly qualified professionals or those moving into band 5 or 6 roles with managerial responsibilities.