Policy & Politics in Nursing and Health Care: A Comprehensive Guide to Leadership and Activism

Stay ahead in the rapidly changing healthcare landscape by learning how to influence policy and become a leader with Policy & Politics in Nursing and Health Care, 8th Edition. This authoritative text features cutting-edge analysis, first-person insights, and expert contributions from over 150 healthcare professionals.

Comprehensive Coverage of Healthcare Policies and Politics

This expanded edition provides a thorough understanding of nursing leadership, political activism, and the complex business and financial issues that drive healthcare decisions. Explore the latest updates on:

• Conflict management and negotiation strategies
• Health economics and policy analysis
• Lobbying and advocacy techniques
• The effective use of media for change
• Community engagement and partnership-building

Develop a Global Understanding of Nursing Leadership

Gain a deeper understanding of the four spheres of political activism in which nurses operate: the workplace, government, professional organizations, and the community. Develop the skills and knowledge necessary to play a leadership role in shaping healthcare policy and influencing positive change.

Key Features and Updates

This revised edition includes:

• Key Points at the end of chapters to review important lesson content
• Taking Action essays featuring personal accounts of nurses’ political participation and achievements
• Expert insights from a virtual “Nursing Who’s Who” in healthcare policy, including those who influenced the Affordable Care Act
• New information on medical marijuana, healthcare policy and the aging population, and the globalization of nursing
• Expanded focus on media strategies, primary care models, and issues in the government sphere
• Updated chapters on APRN and Taking Action, reflecting the latest industry changes

Stay current with the latest healthcare policies, trends, and best practices. Policy & Politics in Nursing and Health Care, 8th Edition is the ultimate resource for nursing students, professionals, and healthcare leaders seeking to make a positive impact in today’s complex healthcare environment.