The Manager Is Contemplating Terminating a Nurse

question 18

Multiple Choice

The manager is contemplating terminating a nurse. What should the manager consider regarding the expectations of the job prior to proceeding with termination? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply.

• A) Did the nurse receive and sign for a copy of the appropriate job description when hired?
• B) Was the nurse apprised of the criteria on which evaluation would be based?
• C) Have any changes to policy and procedure been discussed with the nurse and made available in writing?
• D) Was the nurse hired using the same documentation as others hired at the same time?
• E) Have others hired during the same time period been successful?

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