Nursing Leadership & Management Online For Leading and Managing in Nursing

by Yoder-Wise, Patricia S.

• ISBN13: 9780323079211
• ISBN10: 0323079210
• Edition: 5th
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2010-10-29
• Publisher: Mosby Inc

Summary

This innovative online course offers a fun and engaging way to master the content found in Yoder-Wise: Leading and Managing in Nursing, 4th Edition. It consists of 26 interactive learning modules that feature a wealth of engaging learning activities and exercises, case studies, audio and video clips, critical thinking questions, and much more! It's a great way to learn more about key concepts in leadership and management, including delegation, strategic planning, staffing and scheduling, conflict resolution, team building, and managing change. Twenty-six consistently organized modules set the stage for interactive learning, each including reading assignments, module objectives, learning activities, and case studies. An introduction to each module provides a brief overview of the content covered in each module for quick reference. Reading assignments direct students to specific chapters to read from the text and provide specific questions to help you recognize the most important parts of each module. Module Objectives define the goal of each module to give you guidance on what you should learn in each module. Think About... links appear at the bottom of various screens and give you questions to consider for better understanding by encouraging you to consider your personal viewpoint and experience with the presented topics and issues. Apply It! case studies help you practice your critical thinking skills to decide the best course of action. Try It! interactive learning activities help you apply your knowledge in the context of real world practice. Explore It! web quests and links give you additional resources including articles, discussion forums, and video and audio clips via the internet to expand your learning outside of the program. Wrap Up! Conclusion screens summarize the content in each module for a quick review after completion. Hyperlinked key terms let you see definitions in popup boxes with just a click of your mouse, without leaving the page you're on. Video clips demonstrate effective communication, managing conflict, and dealing with difficult people.

Table of Contents

Managing, Leading and Following

Legal and Ethical Issues

Decision Making and Problem Solving

Healthcare Organizations and Structures

Cultural Diversity in Healthcare

Power, Politics, and Influence

Managing Information and Technology

Managing Costs and Budgets

Care Delivery Strategies

Staffing and Scheduling

Selecting, Developing and Evaluating Staff

Strategic Planning, Goal Setting and Marketing

Leading Change

Building Teams

Communication

Collective Action

Managing Quality and Risk

Translating Research into Practice

Consumer Relationships

Conflict

Delegation

Managing Personal/Personnel Problems

Role Transition

Self-Management

Career Management

Thriving for the Future

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