Nursing Leadership

The Nursing Leadership: Scope and Standards of Practice, Third Edition, formerly titled Nursing Administration, is an essential document for every nurse leader. The scope of practice statement answers the who, what, when, where, how, and why questions of nursing leadership. The standards provide authoritative statements of the actions and behaviors that all nurse leaders are expected to competently perform, regardless of role, population, specialty, and setting.

The product of extensive thought work by many nurse leaders, this new edition provides 19 national standards of practice and professional performance. Many standards are accompanied by detailed competencies for nurse leaders. This premier professional resource informs and guides nurse leaders in their vital work providing safe, quality, and competent care.

What is the value of this product for nurses?

Great resource for nurse managers and leaders to scope of their role and the standards they are expected to meet in their practice.

An essential resource for organizations applying to Pathway to Excellence or Pathway to Excellence in Long-Term Care.