Effective Management in Nursing

An introduction to basic theories and concepts of nursing management is provided in this book, which demonstrates how they are used in day-to-day practice. The book's broad base of contributors affords a well-rounded perspective on every important aspect of nursing management, including management styles, basic survival skills, innovation and creativity (critical thinking), and recruiting staff. Emphasis on a number of hot topics, including research, team building, case management, group process, and group conflict, is increased in this new edition.

This book provides students with an overall foundation in leadership and management as well as the necessary skills to make sound management decisions in a dynamic health environment.

Features:

• A three-part organization Part I, Understanding Nursing Management and Organizations; Part II, Key Skills in Nursing Management; Part III, Human Resource Management teaches an understanding of the basic principles of leadership and management and then outlines the principle skills readers need to make effective decisions.
• Focus on managed care and its implications in patient care.
• Companion Website (www.prenhall.com/sullivan-decker) includes additional student activities with links to the student workbook, career tips, practical skills application exercises, and Internet links.
• Presents expertise from both business schools and nursing administrators to give students a well-rounded perspective.
• Leadership and Management in Action exercises challenge readers to explore and apply concepts to practice.

Also Available:

Nursing Leadership and Management in Action, Jamerson (ISBN 0-13-092048-7): A workbook consisting of a series of modules, each focusing on a particular skill.