Objective:

To describe the management of quality of care in nursing and patient safety.

Methodology:

The research is developed from the quantitative approach with a descriptive methodology with non-experimental design, which is supported by documentary and bibliographic analysis. A research process was organized in which the study population was based primarily on written documents such as theses and scientific articles. The analytical-synthetic aspect was based on mentally decomposing the subject studied into different elements in order to obtain new knowledge.

In conclusion:

Nursing is the professional who is at the center of the direct care of people, families and community, providing collaboration to the health team, from a dynamic and responsible action where human values stand out and provide welfare to the population with quality and constancy. From the mildest to the most critical patients, complying with the care protocols for their prompt recovery.