Study Gude_Leadership
Study Guide
Nursing Leadership Chap. 13, 14, 16
1. What are two types of staffing and define their meaning?
2. Name three main models for nurse staffing
3. List 3 benefits of increased RN staffing levels
4. List 3 disadvantages of inadequate RN staffing levels
5. Missed care refers to examples of missed care.
6. Missed care can be attributed to , and
7. What impact does overtime have on the RN?
8. What is the ANA’s recommendation for a nurse’s weekly work schedule?
9. Distinguish the difference between mandatory overtime and overtime
10. A nursing philosophy statement outlines
, and
11. Janet is scheduled to work on Friday from 0700-
1900. She will be working on the medical-surgical floor as she usually does. Would this be considered direct or indirect care hours?
12. Steven has to attend a mandatory staff meeting tomorrow. This would be considered working hours.
13. List three benefits of self-scheduling.
14. List three variables that may affect staffing schedules?
15. Research studies have demonstrated that better patient outcomes are produced when a nurse has a degree or higher.
16. What 2 strategies can be utilized to fill unexpected staffing vacancies?
17. What is the code of ethics?
18. What is shared governance? Provide an example.
19. How are engagement and empowerment linked? What are the benefits?
20. What is collective action?
21. How does collective action differ from collective bargaining?
22. What is a whistleblower?
23. List 3 reasons why a healthy work environment is important?
24. Provide examples of workplace violence and incivility
25. What negative impact does workplace bullying have on the individual?
26. What types of technology are used in healthcare? Provide one example of each.
