During an Employment Interview for the Manager's Position in a Home

question 7

Multiple Choice

During an employment interview for the manager's position in a home health agency,the applicant asks questions about the medical director and about retention of staff.The nurse executive assures the applicant that the agency has few personnel problems and receives excellent support from the medical director.The applicant knows that the agency has a 50% turnover rate and has had three medical directors in the past year.The nurse executive is:

• A)Unaware of the turnover rate and difficulties with the medical director.
• B)Lying about the problems and hoping to resolve them by hiring the applicant.
• C)Denying that the agency has a turnover problem with staff or medical directors.
• D)Minimizing the challenges of the position to make a positive impression on the applicant.

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Definitions:

Organizational Loyalty

The degree of commitment an employee has towards their organization, often manifesting in hard work and advocacy for the company.

Part-Timers

Individuals who work for a fraction of the customary or standard full-time employment hours.

Contingent Workers

Workers who are not permanent employees of a company and are hired on a temporary or contract basis.

Labor Force

The total number of people available to work, including both the employed and those actively seeking employment.