Chapter 1 Exploring the Growth of Nursing as a Profession
Chapter 2 Educational Preparation for Nursing
Chapter 3 Credentials for Healthcare Providers
Chapter 4 Making Professional Goals a Reality
Chapter 5 The World of Healthcare Employment
Chapter 6 Understanding the Healthcare Environment and Its Financing
Chapter 7 Legal Responsibilities for Practice
Chapter 8 Ethical Concerns in Nursing Practice
Chapter 9 Safety Concerns in Healthcare
Chapter 10 The Nursing Profession and the Community
Chapter 11 Initiating the Leadership and Management Role
Chapter 12 Working with Others in a Leadership Role
Chapter 13 Facing the Challenges of Today’s Workplace
Chapter 14 Valuing the Political Process
Chapter 15 Applying Research and Technology to Nursing Practice