In Hustons (2010) brief, but impressive article (required reading this week), the author outlines several leadership competencies that EVERY nurse leader will need for 2020. That year is not too far in the future, is it?Select one of the eight leadership competencies Huston described and relate it to your own leadership of nurses and nursing. […]
Week 4 Discussion Long-Term Care in the U.S. Determine the average daily cost of nursing home care in your state. Discuss the funding options (public and private) that exist to pay for long-term care. What policy and financing recommendations would you make to ensure that long-term care is available for everyone who needs the services […]
A year after declaring bankruptcy and moving with her daughter back into her parents’ home Nancy Silbermann is about to get a degree in nursing. As she starts out in a new career she also wants to begin a new life. One built on a solid financial base. Nancy will be starting out as a […]
Numerous studies have suggested evidence-based care of patients can reduce patient complications and decrease healthcare costs by as much as 30%. Obstacles to incorporating changes such as those consistent with EBP are present within every organization. Resistance from nursing leaders and other barriers prevent nurses from implementing EBP that improve patient outcomes. Please consider an […]