An OB nurse manager has hired a new registered nurse. The manager ...

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An OB nurse manager has hired a new registered nurse. The manager is reviewing the current staff to determine who should precept the new nurse. The manager decides to choose a particular nurse because she exhibits the desire:
 
  1. To increase her wages.
  2. To assume the responsibility to train new staff and is an excellent nurse.
  3. For added responsibility and training.
  4. To work an 8-hour schedule for a few weeks.

Question 2

A director of the medical-surgical nursing units is experiencing low morale among the nursing staff. The CNO (chief nurse officer) has become aware that the nursing staff is unhappy.
 
  The CNO believes the morale issues are related to pay and learns this is not the case. What other factors must the CNO consider? Select all that apply. 1. Staff are complaining about the organizations nursing wages.
  2. Staff feel the director is threatening.
  3. Staff perceive the unit is managed by favoritism.
  4. Staff want the opportunity to advance.

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Answer to Question 1

2
Explanation: 1. The preceptor role may offer increased wages and added responsibilities but the manager
selects the preceptor based upon her skills and responsibility. Organizations vary as to the
preceptorship schedule.

Answer to Question 2

2, 3
Explanation: 1. To enhance employee morale the leadership must allow for positive internal motivational
pressures. The question states wages are not the issue. Some staff may want the opportunity to
advance and some may not be interested in advancement.