Katherine A. Meese – författare

Organizational Behavior in Health Care, Fourth Edition is specifically written for health care managers who are on the front lines every day, motivating and leading others in a constantly changing, complex environment. Uniquely addressing organizational behavior theories and issues within the healthcare industry, this comprehensive textbook not only offers in-depth discussion of the relevant topics, such as leadership, motivation, conflict, group dynamics, change, and more, it provides students with practical application through the use of numerous case studies and vignettes.Thoroughly updated, the Fourth Edition offers:- Two chapters addressing demographic shifts and cultural competency and their importance for ensuring the delivery of high quality care (Ch. 2 & 3).- New chapter on change management and managing resistance to change.- New and updated content (modern theories of leadership, teaming, etc), and case studies throughout.

Organizational Behavior, Theory, and Design, Third Edition was written to provide health services administration students, managers, and other professionals with an in-depth analysis of the theories and concepts of organizational behavior and organization theory while embracing the uniqueness and complexity of the healthcare industry.Using an applied focus, this book provides a clear and concise overview of the essential topics in organizational behavior and organization theory from the healthcare manager's perspective.The Third Edition offers:- New case studies throughout underscore key theories and concepts and illustrate practical application in the current health delivery environment.- In-depth discussion of the industry's redesign of health services offers a major focus on patient safety and quality, centeredness, and consumerism.- Current examples reflect changes in the environment due to health reform initiatives.- Diversity, health disparities, and cultural competencies are addressed in health care.- Timely new material on change management provides new insight for future healthcare managers.- Each new print copy includes Navigate 2 eBook Access enabling users to read their digital textbook online or offline, on computers, tablets, and mobile devices.

Borkowski's Organizational Behavior and Leadership in Health Care, Fifth Edition, offers a comprehensive, integrated approach to understanding organizational theory, design, and leadership within the healthcare setting. This updated edition combines the content of two foundational texts—Organizational Behavior in Health Care, Fourth Edition and Organizational Behavior, Theory, and Design, Third Edition—into one streamlined resource designed to help students master essential concepts and apply them in real-world healthcare environments.Key Features of the Fifth Edition: Integrated Organizational Development Concepts: Change management principles are embedded throughout the text, providing a cohesive framework for understanding organizational growth and transformation. Enhanced Visual Design: A new four-color layout with updated graphics and illustrations makes complex ideas clearer and more engaging. Contemporary Case Studies and Vignettes: Real-world examples reflect current challenges in healthcare, helping students connect theory to practice. Consistent Learning Framework: A recurring case study runs across chapters, reinforcing key concepts and demonstrating their application in diverse organizational contexts. This edition equips students with the analytical tools and leadership strategies needed to navigate today's dynamic healthcare organizations, making it an essential resource for courses in organizational behavior, organziational behavior and theory, and leadership in health administration, nursing, and other allied health professions.Appropriate Courses: Graduate and undergraduate courses in Organizational Behavior in Healthcare, Organizational Behavior, Theory and Design, Health Care Leadership, Leadership in Healthcare Administration, and more, in Health Administration, Nursing, Physician Assistant, Physical Therapy, and other allied health professions.