Author Question: In the first phase of the performance appraisal process, the nurse manager prepares for the ... (Read 33 times)

Mollykgkg · **on:** Jul 8, 2018

In the first phase of the performance appraisal process, the nurse manager prepares for the inter-view with the nurse. What should the nurse manager plan in preparation for the performance ap-praisal?

a. Anecdotal notes from other staff
b. Complaints from patients and families
c. Documentation of examples of perfor-mance
d. Documentation of medication errors

Question 2

In the first phase of the performance appraisal process, the nurse prepares for the interview with the nurse manager. Which of the following should the nurse do to prepare for the performance appraisal interview?

a. Make a list of patients who have remarked on your abilities as a nurse.
b. Identify accomplishments of last year's goals.
c. Bring documentation of charting.
d. Provide anecdotal notes of other staff evaluations of you.

Toya9913 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 8, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
The nurse manager must have documentation of both good and bad performance to illustrate the necessary points of the evaluation. Although the other actions may be helpful, actual examples of specific performance provide better feedback.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
Bringing a list of accomplishments from last year's appraisal may support a good appraisal this year. The other options are not beneficial to the process.