Leadership in health services management
Title:
Leadership in health services management
Author:
Jooste, K. (Karien), 1957-
ISBN:
9781998963676
Edition:
Fourth edition.
Physical Description:
xiii, 397 pages : illustrations ; 25 cm
Contents:
Evolution of leadership in healthcare settings -- The fundamentals of leadership -- Fundamentals of the management process -- Theoretical approaches to leadership -- Leadership development programmes in healthcare services -- Authority, influence and power -- Executive leadership in a complex healthcare environment -- Leadership in teams and networking -- Transcultural leadership -- Effective leadership communication -- Empowerment and leadership -- Coaching the novice leader -- Staff development and leadership in healthcare settings -- Ethical leadership -- Leading human resources in a healthcare environment -- Leadership and the accreditation of healthcare services -- Appraising the performance of leaders -- Leaders and quality assurance -- Strategic planning and change management in healthcare delivery -- Providing managed health care -- Leadership in the district health system -- Authentic leadership -- Leadership in a global environment -- Proposal development.
Abstract:
"Leadership in Health Services Management provides healthcare professionals with the necessary information to lead with commitment and strive towards a clear vision of health for all. It guides readers through crucially important issues such as leadership Leadership in Health Services Management provides healthcare professionals with the necessary information to lead with commitment and strive towards a clear vision of health for all. It guides readers through crucially important issues such as leadership styles, strategic thinking, motivation, negotiation, empowerment, knowledge management, and the application of leadership in daily operational management in health services.Now in its fourth edition, the book contains original research on different topics that can assist in self-leadership in the workplace, a theme that is woven throughout the text. In addition, there is a focus on the application of leadership theories.The book incorporates aspects of leadership that align with the South African Qualifications Authority and the requirements of the South African Nursing Council for postgraduate studies. In addition, a research component has been prioritised." --Publisher's note.
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