shape up, 1  to assume a specific form: The plan is beginning to shape up. 2  to evolve or develop, especially favorably. 3  to improve one's behavior or performance to meet a required standard. 4  to get oneself into good physical condition. ( 5 of longshoremen) to get into a line or formation in order to be assigned the day's work.
The purpose of this article is to provide the reader with a broad overview of managed care, including the scope and complexity of the issues facing nurses and consumers as the health care industry continues to consolidate and shift away from traditional fee-for-service financing.
^ m d. Nurse managers are steering the American health care system; your management skills, nursing leadership, expertise, and dedication allow your staff to provide safe quality nursing care for everyone.urse managers bring an important perspective to ANA membership, a perspective that informs OUR work on your behalf, the vital work of your staff, and the patients in your care.