title: Preparing the workforce for managed care.
abstract: The role of the nurse manager in preparing the workforce for managed care is explored. Traditional and emerging roles of nursing care providers are examined for their current and potential contribution to patient care. Skills and strategies to be developed, and continuing education are identified.
authors.affiliation: San Diego State University, School of Nursing, CA 92182, USA.
authors.forename: C E
authors.initials: CE
authors.lastname: Loveridge
mesh_terms: D004509:Education, Nursing, Continuing; D006801:Humans; D008329:Managed Care Programs / Q000458:organization & administration*; D016294:Models, Nursing; D009740:Nursing Staff / Q000193:education*; D009745:Nursing, Supervisory; D009936:Organizational Innovation; D010043:Outcome and Process Assessment, Health Care