The new edition of this respected resource enables readers to analyze policy issues, enhance their political knowledge and skills, and prepare for leadership roles in policy-making and public health. Over 100 well-known nurses explore policy and politics, strategies for policy development and political action, and the application of these strategies in the four spheres of workplace, government, organizations and community. · Policy Spotlight boxes integrated throughout provide key information on specific policy issues such as complementary therapies and reimbursement, and Medicare issues and options · A new chapter on Values, Policy, and Politics focuses on feminist and humanistic perspectives · A new chapter on Communication Skills for Political Success includes effective tools for practice such as portfolio development, interview skills, and use of resume and curriculum vitae · A new chapter on Politics of the Nursing Workforce focuses on key issues that nurses at all levels face in the workplace · Solid breadth and depth of coverage of both policy and politics is included · Contributors include leading nurse experts in policy and politics · Diversity of styles, perspectives, and levels of content appeal to diverse nursing audiences · Vignettes and Case Studies describe nurses' personal stories of involvement with policy and politics

Policy and Politics in Nursing and Health Care

Medical Books

Diana J. Mason

Mary W. Chaffee

Judith K. Leavitt

Administration & Medicine Economics

Saunders

The powerhouse author team of Diana J. Mason, Judith K. Leavitt, and Mary W. Chaffee has put together a textbook filled with insights from well-known nurses and policy makers. This new edition combines scholarly analysis and first-hand narratives from the field to ensure a well-rounded understanding of important issues. This resource cultivates the development of valuable skills including conflict management, lobbying, the use of media, and working with communities for change -- essential abilities for any nurse assuming a leadership role in today's changing health care environment.
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<li>Solid breadth and depth of content covers both policy and politics.</li>
<li>Contributors include many leading nurse experts in policy and politics.</li>
<li>A diverse mix of styles, perspectives, and levels of content to appeal to many nursing audiences.</li>
<li>Policy Spotlights provide key information on specific policy issues such as complementary therapies, reimbursement, social security, childcare and Medicare issues and options.</li>
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<li>Updated Policy Spotlights focus on policy issues such as Stem Cell Research, Medical Marijuana, Genetics, and Intimate Partner Violence.</li>
<li>Updated Vignettes detail personal experiences, opportunities, and challenges facing a nurse in this career path.</li>
<li>New Taking Action sections highlight a policy issue or political strategy and provide nurses with examples of how they can take action.</li>
<li>Evidence-Based Practice (research) and its impact on health care policy and politics is integrated where appropriate.</li>
<li>New Web Resource boxes include recommended website addresses for students to obtain additional information.</li>
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Policy and Politics in Nursing and Health Care: Policy and Politics in Nursing and Health Care

Featuring analysis of healthcare issues and first-person stories, Policy &amp; Politics in Nursing and Health Care helps you develop skills in influencing policy in today's changing health care environment. Approximately 150 expert contributors present a wide range of topics in policies and politics, providing a more complete background than can be found in any other policy textbook on the market. Discussions include the latest updates on conflict management, health economics, lobbying, the use of media, and working with communities for change. With these insights and strategies, you'll be prepared to play a leadership role in the four spheres in which nurses are politically active: the workplace, government, professional organizations, and the community.
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Comprehensive coverage of healthcare policies and politics provides a broader understanding of nursing leadership and political activism, as well as complex business and financial issues.</li>
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Expert authors make up a virtual Nursing Who's Who in healthcare policy, sharing information and personal perspectives gained in the crafting of healthcare policy.</li>
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Taking Action essays include personal accounts of how nurses have participated in politics and what they have accomplished.</li>
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Winner of several American Journal of Nursing "Book of the Year" awards!</li> </ul>
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18 new chapters ensure that you have knowledge of the most up-to-date information on policy and politics.</li>
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The latest information and perspectives are provided by nursing leaders who influenced health care reform with the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act of 2010.</li>
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Policy and Politics in Nursing and Health Care

Policy and Politics in Nursing and Health Care: Policy and Politics in Nursing and Health Care

Policy and Politics in Nursing and Health Care