The night nurse on the pediatric unit has resigned. The night staff is pleased, because this nurse constantly complained about workload and alienated most staff members
What consequences may result from the loss of this nurse? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Standard Text: Select all that apply. 1. Use of agency nurses.
2. Opportunity for overtime.
3. Increase in enthusiasm.
4. A resignation spiral in which more nurses resign
5. Unit performance improves.
1,2,3,5
Rationale 1: Unfortunately, agency nurses may need to be used if the position goes unfilled. This is a costly problem.
Rationale 2: There may be an opportunity for overtime work for those who desire it.
Rationale 3: Without the constant distraction of a complaining nurse the enthusiasm for the job may increase.
Rationale 4: Since the nurse who resigned was not liked and was classified as a "complainer" it is unlikely that this resignation will trigger a resignation spiral.
Rationale 5: When a nurse who alienates coworkers and complains frequently leaves, the performance of the unit may improve.
Global Rationale:
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