Revolutionize Nursing Practice with Healthcare Finance, Economics, and Policy

As acclaimed by Peter I. Buerhaus, PhD, RN, FAAN, FAANP(h), “This book will change how you practice, how you think about healthcare and your contributions as a nurse, and it will better prepare you to thrive and advance in the future.”

This concise and engaging textbook is designed for graduate and undergraduate nursing programs, breaking down the complexities of healthcare finance, economics, and policy into an easily accessible resource. By understanding the economic and financial dynamics of healthcare, nurses can better navigate policy and advocacy, ultimately enhancing their practice and influence.

New Features in the Second Edition

• New chapter on early lessons from COVID-19
• Graduate-level considerations added to content
• Updated to reflect the current political and legislative landscape
• Expanded payment section to include advanced practice roles
• Updated information on the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, and Supreme Court deliberations

Key Features

• Presents complex concepts in easy-to-understand language
• Addresses policy and payment competencies that align with nursing program accreditation criteria
• Breaks down complex financial principles to educate nurses with no prior understanding of healthcare finance
• Includes practical, accessible real-life examples to help make sense of complex healthcare systems
• Provides interactive quizzes to test knowledge
• Offers a step-by-step, skill-building guide to enhancing professional influence through participation on governing boards
• Compatible with online teaching and coursework

Published by Springer Publishing Company, this second edition was released on March 31, 2021, and is available in paperback format with 272 pages. The ISBN-10 is 0826152538, and the ISBN-13 is 978-0826152534.

Empower your nursing practice with a deeper understanding of healthcare finance, economics, and policy. Get ready to thrive and advance in the future!