The unit policy is that the nurse with the least seniority is required to float to understaffed units. Is this the best policy?
1. Yes, the most senior people should be required to manage their home unit.
2. No, this policy is against most corporate philosophy.
3. No, generally the most capable and efficient person should be floated.
4. Yes, having choice in these matters is a benefit of longevity in the facility.
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Rationale: The nurse manager should be certain that enough experienced nurses are left on the home unit so that quality of care is not threatened. However, always floating the least senior staff is not a fair policy.
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What will be an ideal response?
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