Includes bibliographical references and index.

Working within organizations -- Developing leadership behavior and management skills -- Understanding and working in organizations -- Managing resources responsibly -- Supporting quality care -- Moving into a professional role -- The nurse as communicator, teacher, motivator, and team builder -- The nurse as decision-maker and delegator -- The nurse as supervisor and evaluator -- The nurse as change agent and advocate -- The nurse as conflict manager, negotiator, and mediator -- Evolving issues in nursing practice -- Advancing your career -- Attaining and maintaining competence -- The challenging workplace -- Nursing informatics and evidence-based practice -- Anticipating the future.

All age.