A nursing supervisor requests information technology support for ...

[clmills979]

A nursing supervisor requests information technology support for posting all nursing scheduling online.
 
  What justification can the supervisor provide for this request? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Standard Text: Select all that apply. 1. If schedules are posted online they are open for all to see.
  2. Posting schedules online will promote fairness in shift assignments.
  3. It is easier to change the schedule if it is posted online.
  4. If the schedule is posted online, all shifts must be 12-hours shifts.
  5. Open shift scheduling is easier to maintain if all schedules are online.

Question 2

Which are roles a manager might undertake when a change is necessary? Select all that apply.
 
  1. Discussion leader
  2. Support person
  3. Fact manager
  4. Liaison
  5. Disciplinarian
  6. Data collector

[katara]

Answer to Question 1

1,2,5
Rationale 1: Posting schedules improves transparency.
Rationale 2: If everyone can see the schedule it is more likely that shift assignments will be fair. Favoritism would be difficult to hide.
Rationale 3: There is little difference between a written schedule and an online schedule in ease of change.
Rationale 4: There is no requirement that all shifts must be 12-hour shifts.
Rationale 5: If schedules are online it is easier for nurses to see open shifts that they might wish to work.
Global Rationale:

Answer to Question 2

1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
Explanation: 1. As the overall change process progresses, it may be necessary for the manager to function in
each role.

[clmills979]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

[amcvicar]

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