title: The role of the nursing administrator in collective bargaining.
abstract: There is little doubt that collective bargaining is here to stay in hospital nursing, and it adds a new dimension to the nursing administrator's area of responsibility. Careful planning and preparation for participation, trust and open communication, an attitude of acceptance, and a focus on the positive aspects of the negotiations will place the nursing administrator in an advantageous position in regard to collective bargaining in any practice setting.
mesh_terms: D003098:Collective Bargaining; D006801:Humans; D007878:Legislation as Topic; D009738:Nursing Service, Hospital; D014481:United States