The nurse manager in a large emergency department utilizes agency nursing for staffing. Which of the following should the nurse manager ensure (select all that apply)?
a. Assuming that the agency has reviewed the license status of the individual
b. Considering skills, competency, and knowledge when delegating tasks and su-pervising actions
c. Ensuring that the staff members are aware of facility policies and procedures
d. Assigning the staff member to the role of mentor and educator
B, C
The nurse manager should ensure that the references, credentials, and license status are on record at the time of hiring. A resource person should be assigned to each temporary staff member to serve as role of mentor and help prevent potential problems from occurring because of lack of familiarity with institution routine.
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What will be an ideal response?
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