The Nursing Leadership: Scope and Standards of Practice, 3rd Edition, formerly titled Nursing Administration, is an essential document for every nurse leader practicing in the United States. The scope of practice statement answers the who, what, when, where, how, and why questions of nursing leadership. The standards provide authoritative statements of the actions and behaviors that all nurse leaders are expected to competently perform, regardless of role, population, specialty, and setting. Each standard is accompanied by detailed competencies for the three practice levels. The product of extensive thought work by many nurse leaders, this new edition provides 19 national standards of practice and professional performance. Each standard is accompanied by detailed competencies for nurse leaders. This premier professional resource informs and guides nurse leaders in their vital work providing safe, quality, and competent care.