The nurse manager in the Emergency Department needs to implement new staffing patterns. As a transformational leader, the nurse manager should:
a. Explain in detail how well the new idea will work.
b. Reinforce how this change will respond to the ideas and solutions generated by staff members.
c. Reason with staff members that the new idea will save money and allow more free time.
d. Imply that raises will be smaller than anticipated if the new idea is not accepted.
Question 2Recruiting among the emerging workforce (18- to 35-year-olds) is a challenge for healthcare agencies. Marketing brochures should address the leadership and vision of the healthcare agency.
Which of the following workplace environments will attract applicants in the emerging workforce?
a. A highly professional environment
b. A nurturing and receptive environment
c. An environment highlighted by lots of meetings, so staff members can have lots of input
d. A totally online environment, so staff members will not have to interface with uncaring colleagues
Question 3After a newly hired director of nursing has reviewed the hospital's strategic plans, she develops a timeline for achieving those plans. The new leader is:
a. Not expecting that novice leaders will have a vision.
b. Demonstrating mistrust of the abilities of her staff to implement the plans.
c. Instituting deadlines against which the performance of staff will be evaluated.
d. Translating a global document into realistic plans for nursing.
Question 4The director of nursing has been observing staff interactions in a 20-bed coronary care unit. Based on her observations, which of the following staff members is an obvious leader?
a. The unit secretary who knows everyone's business
b. The chief nursing officer who is in charge and is responsible for nursing services
c. The chief cardiologist who admits the largest number of patients and brings in more revenue than any other physician
d. The staff nurse who persuades other staff members to practice by making evidence-based decisions
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