Within NICaN there is a Nurse Leaders Reference Group (NLRG). The NLRG is the main source of clinical advice on all matters relating to nursing. They ensure co-ordination of nursing interventions across the cancer pathway, promote consistency of clinical practice to achieve the best possible outcomes and experience for patients, irrespective of where their treatment and care is provided. Core membership consists of representation from each Health and Social Care Trust (HSCT).
The NLRG workplan includes:
Service planning and delivery
Service improvement
Service monitoring including clinical performance and outcomes
Workforce and Education development
Research & audit