As a student and newly registered nurse, you will need to work with others to lead, improve and sustain high quality care. This book will equip you with the skills and knowledge to do just that. From the principles and theory behind quality improvement to the practical skills and tools needed to enable it, the book develops your ability to engage in continuous quality improvement in different settings throughout your career. Case studies illustrate the principles of quality improvement in real examples from practice. This volume walks you step by step through each aspect of a quality improvement project, from identifying a need to implementation and evaluation. Personal and professional development is discussed throughout, empowering you to engage in quality improvement from the very start of your career. --From publisher's description.