Includes bibliographical references and index.

Theories and styles of leadership -- Theories and styles of management -- Role transitioning -- Managing stress -- Managing time -- Critical thinking -- Communicating effectively -- Managing conflict -- Delegating -- Acting legally, ethically, and politically -- Motivating and team building -- Budgeting and managing resources -- Demonstrating effectiveness and quality care -- Managing change and innovation -- Using information technology -- Staffing and nurse retention -- Recruiting and interviewing -- Establishing a healthy environment -- Developing staff -- Evaluating staff performance and ensuring quality -- Coaching and mentoring -- Reducing workplace violence -- Succession planning -- Nurse leaders speak.