Four staff members at St Ann's Hospice have earned master's degrees. The staff members, Amanda Connors, Suzanne Vale, Joanne Laidlaw, and Nicole Manley, completed the Leadership and Management - Clinical Leadership in Action course at the University of Salford. The course was co-designed and co-delivered by St Ann's Hospice in Little Hulton and the university.
The hospice supported the students with tuition fees and study time. The course is described by Salford University as a 'practice-related course' that helps students develop the knowledge, skills, and qualities to be 'effective healthcare leaders.' Ms Manley, deputy head of clinical services, said: "I want to be able to nurture, support, and encourage other leaders and team members within the organisation to make sure we continue to deliver innovative, safe, inclusive care.
"Because when we are fulfilling our potential, we deliver outstanding care to our patients." Ms Laidlaw, hospice @ home sister, said the programme and dissertation have helped her become more aware of herself 'as a leader'. She said: "I am utilising my acquired skills already within my clinical role and would encourage other colleagues to seek opportunities within the organisation to enable them to lead, learn and develop.
" Ms Connors, being you centre team leader, said they received 'amazing support' from St Ann's Hospice during their three years of study. She said: "The commitment of the hospice and the university has been instrumental in our succe.