Who is accountable for establishing systems to assess, monitor, verify, and communicate ongoing competence requirements in all areas related to nursing delegation?
a. Nursing Supervisor
b. Nurse Manager or Director
c. Chief Nursing Officer
d. Chief Executive Officer
C
The Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) is accountable for establishing systems to assess, monitor, verify, and communicate ongoing competence requirements in all areas related to nursing delegation. Even though the Nurse Manager, Director, or Supervisor may contribute to the evaluation and competency of staff nurses and nursing personnel, the Chief Nursing Officer is accountable for ensuring that an effective system is in place regarding nursing delegation for nurses and all delegates (ANA and NCSBN, Joint Statement on Delegation, 2006).
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