Description
Book SynopsisBe prepared for the opportunities that await you! In today’s healthcare environment, the responsibilities and clinical practice of Licensed Practical Nurses and Licensed Vocational Nurses have expanded far beyond those of traditional settings. Build the knowledge you need to assume the leadership and management roles that you will be asked to fulfill and to confidently navigate the increasingly complex environments in which you will practice.
“LPN/LVN Connections’” features, design, organization, and easy-to-read writing style guide you every step of the way—helping you successfully transition from student to professional while still focusing on the humanistic aspects of caring.
Table of Contents
- I. The Nursing Profession in Today's Healthcare Environment
- 1. Historical Perspectives and Current Trends
- 2. Caring as a Personal and Professional Behavior
- 3. Understanding the Changing Roles in Nursing
- 4. Health-Care Environment
- 5. Nursing and Informatics
- II. From Student to Nurse
- 6. Fulfill Your Role as a Student
- 7. The Importance of Critical Thinking
- 8. Entry Into Practice
- 9. Employment Process
- 10. Leadership and Management as a Professional Concept
- 11. Communication Skills in Leadership and Management
- 12. Understanding Benefits of Change
- 13. Setting Meaningful Priorities
- 14. Handling Conflict in the Nursing Profession
- 15. Dealing with Chaos
- 16. Ethics and Law in Nursing Management
- 17. Understanding Use of Power
- 18. Motivating Employees
- 19. Team Building
- 20. Delegating, Coaching, and Evaluating Performance
- Glossary
