Main description:

Are you managing other people?

If so, you will find this an indispensable guide to situations and problems faced by ward managers, sisters and charge nurses today. This new edition retains the book's practical approach, providing hints and tips on cutting through bureaucracy to ensure patient care remains uppermost on your agenda.

This book will help you to

• Manage your time
• Create a positive work environment
• Ensure care is patient-centred
• Manage your budget
• Be politically aware
• Manage difficult staff and situations

Contents:

1 - Be Clear About The Role Of Ward Manager 2 - Manage Your Time 3 - Create A Positive Working Environment 4 - Manage Staff Performance 5 - Make Sure Care Is Patient-Centred 6 - Manage Your Budget 7 - Improve Quality And Safety

8 - Instigate A Rolling Recruitment Programme 9 - Be Politically Aware 10 - Look After Yourself 11 - Be A Good Role Model 12 - Manage Your Manager 13 - Manage Difficult Situations 14 - Manage Difficult Team Members

15 - Get The Best Advice 16 - Question External Directives