Original PDF Ebook – Quality Caring in Nursing and Health Systems2nd EditionImplications for Clinicians, Educators, and Leaders, 2nd Edition – 9780826110145

Original PDF Ebook – Quality Caring in Nursing and Health Systems2nd EditionImplications for Clinicians, Educators, and Leaders, 2nd Edition – 9780826110145

First Edition named an AJN Book of the Year!_x000D_
ìJoanne Duffy makes a compelling argument in this book that relationships have been marginalized and no longer serve as the central organizing principle of health servicesÖThis book resonates with a virtual groundswell of findings regarding the importance of relationships for organizational performance and for human wellbeing.î_x000D_
-Jody Hoffer Gittell_x000D_
Professor of Management, Brandeis University_x000D_
This edition stresses the proven need for a return to the patient-centered care neglected through our health systemís emphasis on procedures, protocols, diagnostic testing, technology, and costs. It addresses the significant challenges to quality care posed by the upcoming changes in our health care system, and focuses on health systems, the role of nursing within them, and the interprofessional health team as the key to change ensuring high quality care. The book responds to the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Actís focus on accountable care organizations, the recent IOMís Future of Nursing Report, the call for radical transformation of nursing education, and current evidence on patient safety and quality of care._x000D_
This text explores the Quality-Caring Model©, which honors nursingís most deeply felt value, and can be applied to clinical, educational, and leadership practice to advance our nationís health system. Among the bookís strengths are its translation of theoretical knowledge to practical applications that can be used for clinical interventions and resolution of professional issues. Chapters include key terms, case studies along with practical exercises and references, and ìCalls to Actionî offering inspiration and guidance for implementing change._x000D_
New to the Second Edition:_x000D_
Focuses on current challenges to quality care posed by upcoming changes to our health system_x000D_
Addresses health systems, the interprofessional health team, and the role of nursing within them