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First time as a ward manager? How to delegate and make decisions

The nursing role of ward manager requires expertise and experience in leadership, team management and clinical skills. Key responsibilities of the role include setting the tone for care quality on the ward, managing resources and balancing administrative tasks with clinical duties. We offer tips for nurses who are new to the role on how to be an effective leader and build a strong team and the importance of mentorship support and maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

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A ward manager sits in an office in a clinical setting holding a staff rota as she talks to her nursing team who are standing around her

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