<i>“We need them, and they need us</i> ”—Registered nurses’ experiences of leading home care workers caring for dying individuals in their last days of life: A content analysis study

The RNs favored relational leadership styles, but they faced numerous challenges that varied between urban and rural areas. Moreover, the RNs led by example in dealing with existential feelings, providing care, ensuring symptom management, and fostering communication and teamwork. Through their leadership, marked by compassion and empowerment, they aimed to enhance the quality of care and nurture a supportive network essential for navigating care in patients' last days of life.