Modern matron, ward manager, consultant nurse

Nursing leadership focuses on three nursing roles that have particular significance for the smooth management, quality of care, quality improvement, and well-being of patients and staff on a ward. The three roles of ward manager, modern matron, and nurse consultant are discussed and the challenges these roles pose are explored in this chapter. Nursing leadership is identified as a significant factor in developing a positive culture in the inpatient environments and aspects of effective leadership are suggested along with ways to successfully manage, lead, and inspire a team in these roles. The roles of ward manager, modern matron, and NC play an important part in developing a positive culture within the inpatient setting, transforming the care provided as well as the image of inpatient nursing.