Scheduling Is a Function of Implementing the Staffing Plan by Assigning

question 5

Multiple Choice

Scheduling is a function of implementing the staffing plan by assigning unit personnel to work specific hours and specific days of the week.To retain nursing staff,the nurse manager must schedule

• A) all weekends off.
• B) all holidays off.
• C) a variety of scheduling options.
• D) rotating shifts.

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Definitions:

Automating

involves the use of systems and technology to perform tasks with minimal human intervention.

Internal Rate Of Return

A financial metric used to evaluate the profitability of an investment, calculated as the discount rate that makes the net present value (NPV) of all cash flows from the investment equal to zero.

Discount Factor(s)

A multiplier for determining the present value of future cash flows or other investments, reflecting the time value of money.

Simple Rate Of Return

A method to calculate the profitability of an investment by dividing the annual incremental net operating income by the initial investment cost.