A new graduate is preparing for a job interview. Which questions would be appropriate to ask the manager in regards to health care economics? (Select all that apply.)
a. How is the acuity of patients factored into staffing?
b. What is the turnover rate on this unit?
c. How long are the breaks for staff on this unit?
d. What is the overtime rate on this unit?
e. What are the budgeted hours per patient day on this unit?
A, B, D, E
The new graduate should consider asking how the acuity of patients is factored into staffing, what the turnover rate is, what the overtime rate is, and what the budgeted hours per patient day are for the unit.
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