Project Management for the Advanced Practice Nurse

This text is the only resource designed to teach graduate-level nursing students the skills they need to be effective project managers. It uses practical case examples and proven tips to present step-by-step strategies for applying project management skills in varied settings. The second edition delivers new content to reflect the changing roles and responsibilities of todays APRN and is consistent with project management concepts defined by the American Organization of Nurse Leaders (AONL) and the American Nurses Association (ANA). Case scenarios are included in each chapter to reinforce practical applications, along with critical thinking questions and activities.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 200 pages
Publication date: 30 July 2019
Publisher: Springer Publishing Co Inc

This comprehensive resource is the sole tool designed to impart essential project management skills to graduate-level nursing students. Employing practical case studies and proven techniques, the text elucidates step-by-step strategies for applying project management principles in diverse contexts and highlights the identification of key concepts vital to project success. The second edition has been updated to align with the evolving roles and responsibilities of today's advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs) and is in sync with project management concepts established by the American Organization of Nurse Leaders (AONL) and the American Nurses Association (ANA). Each chapter includes case scenarios to reinforce practical applications, along with critical thinking questions and activities. The text comprehensively addresses all phases of basic project management, enabling nursing professionals of all levels to effortlessly apply proven processes to clinical practice. Examples and explanations of each step in the project management process are provided, accompanied by the differentiation of terminology commonly used in the business operations of nursing professionals.

New to the Second Edition:

Offers updated content to reflect the roles and responsibilities of today's APRNs, nurse executives (NEs), and other specialty roles that derive benefits from the organizing framework of project management.

Reflects management concepts designated by the AONL and ANA Standards of Practice.

Includes case scenarios in each chapter to enhance understanding of practical applications.

Provides critical thinking questions and activities in each chapter.

Covers quality improvement projects as they relate to the DNP project.

Key Features:

Serves as a primary text for nursing informatics programs and project management courses.

Provides a comprehensive framework for effective project management skills in nursing, empowering students to excel in their roles and contribute to the advancement of healthcare.

Weight: 338g
Dimension: 156 x 228 x 11 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780826161956
Edition number: 2 Revised edition