Clinical Leadership for Paramedics

Good leadership is needed in all areas of the health sector, now more than ever. This book is aimed at paramedics and paramedic students and explores and explains what good leadership looks like within the profession, and how to achieve it. Written by experts, each chapter focuses on a different aspect of leadership and provides guidance, case examples and practical insights to help paramedics lead with confidence.§The book includes chapters on:§What is leadership and who does it?§Communication skills for leaders§Team working§Decision making§Managing change§Conflict resolution§Mentorship & Preceptorship The book also includes profiles of real life paramedics, to highlight how leadership impacts their role and how they demonstrate leadership in clinical settings. All chapters feature activities and questions to help you develop confidence in yourself as a practitioner and leader within your healthcare team.§Essential reading for paramedic students or qualified paramedics looking for guidance on leadership in the modern workforce.§Contributors: Kevin Barrett, Amanda Y Blaber, Graham Harris, Paul Jones, Linda Nelson, Mel Newton, Caryll Overy, Marion Richardson, Paul Street and Surinder Walia.