Quality of Nursing Care Management: Insights and Best Practices from a Comprehensive Review
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.53555/eijmhs.v5i4.217Keywords:
Nursing care management, Quality of care, Patient outcomes, Staff satisfaction, Interdisciplinary collaboration, staff competenceAbstract
The quality of nursing care management is a critical determinant of patient outcomes, staff satisfaction, and overall healthcare efficacy. This comprehensive review synthesizes recent research to highlight best practices, key insights, and challenges in nursing care management. Effective leadership, communication, evidence-based practices, interdisciplinary collaboration, and patient-centered care are identified as pivotal components of high-quality nursing management. However, resource constraints, staff burnout, high turnover rates, and regulatory challenges pose significant barriers. The review underscores the impact of quality nursing management on improving patient care, satisfaction, and clinical outcomes. Practical recommendations are provided to enhance nursing management practices, emphasizing the need for robust leadership, ongoing training, and supportive policies. The findings aim to inform healthcare practitioners and policymakers about the essential strategies for optimizing nursing care management, ultimately leading to better healthcare delivery and patient outcomes.
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