Nursing Delegation and Management of Patient Care: A Comprehensive Guide for NCLEX-RN Exam Success

Authored by renowned nursing experts Kathleen Motacki RN MSN and Kathleen Burke RN PhD, this second edition of Nursing Delegation and Management of Patient Care is designed to help aspiring nurses master the art of prioritization, assignment, and delegation of patient care. With a strong focus on the key areas included in the NCLEX-RN Exams “management of care” section, this book provides the latest information on roles and responsibilities, core competencies, and leadership concepts essential for confident patient management within a hospital unit.

What’s New in This Edition?

This updated edition is organized according to the 2014 Magnet Standards of Practice, ensuring that you gain the skills and competencies required by magnet status hospitals. New features include:

• A reorganized table of contents aligned with the 2014 Magnet Standards
• Coverage of the competencies required of nurses in the manager of patient care position, core competencies, and management concepts
• End-of-chapter and Evolve NCLEX questions with analysis and application-level questions
• Clinical Corner and Evidence-Based Practice boxes providing real-world tips and research on patient management practices
• A fresh new design for easier readability and navigation

Key Features

This comprehensive guide covers essential topics, including:

• Prioritization, delegation, and assignment of patient care
• Roles and responsibilities of the staff nurse and manager of patient care
• Core competencies required of nurses caring for patients
• Leadership and management concepts for confident patient management
• Learning objectives, key terms, critical thinking case scenarios, and application exercises for review and practice

With its strong focus on NCLEX-RN Exam success and comprehensive coverage of patient care management, Nursing Delegation and Management of Patient Care is the perfect resource for nursing students and professionals seeking to advance their skills and knowledge in this critical area.

Published by Mosby, this 336-page paperback book is available in English and was released on May 13, 2016. ISBN-10: 0323321097, ISBN-13: 978-0323321099.