Abstract
Leadership is essential at all levels of practice in healthcare, yet it is a difficult concept to define. There is a growing expectation for nurses to demonstrate leadership; however, to do so, clinical nurse specialists (CNS)s must recognise themselves as leaders and be able to articulate this aspect of their role. Understanding the difference between formal and informal leadership is the first step in recognising the leadership potential of the CNS. Few studies have focused on the leadership aspect of the CNS role, and as a result, there is little consensus on what it means and how it should be operationalised. Viewing CNS leadership through the lens of ‘clinical’ and ‘professional’ leadership enables the delineation of this important aspect of the CNS role.
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | The role of the clinical nurse specialist in cancer care |
Editors | Helen Kerr, Johan de Munter |
Publisher | John Wiley & Sons Ltd |
Chapter | 10 |
Pages | 136-148 |
ISBN (Electronic) | 9781119867029 |
ISBN (Print) | 9781119866992 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 18 Sept 2023 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- General Nursing
- General Medicine