Nursing service administration / Joseph Pearson.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Management in nursing -- Management process in nursing -- Hospital organization -- Management of nursing services in the hospital -- Material management: directing and leading in hospital -- Nursing service education -- Nursing as a profession.

"Nursing administration is a pivotal leadership role in healthcare settings, focusing on strategic management, policy implementation, and ensuring high-quality patient care. Nurse administrators oversee staff, manage budgets, schedule resources, and address the complex dimensions of modern healthcare. While not directly involved in daily patient care, their responsibilities include creating schedules, conducting performance evaluations, and utilizing organizational skills for effective staff management. In the evolving landscape of nursing, the profession has transitioned from an art and vocation to a scientific field, demanding administrators with impressive organizational skills. Nursing service administrators, or nursing managers, are entrusted with every aspect of nursing care, from quality assurance to staff development. This book serves as a roadmap, guiding nurse administrators through the intricacies of their dynamic and challenging role"-- Back cover.