Assignment task:
A charge nurse in a long-term care facility is planning the nursing assignments for the oncoming shift. Her staff consists of four nursing assistants and a licensed practical nurse (LPN). How should she divide nursing care among the staff to adequately ensure safe, effective care? The charge nurse supervises staff, the LPN performs treatments and administers medication, and the nursing assistants provide direct client care. The charge nurse performs treatments and supervises staff, the LPN administers medications and assists with care, and the nursing assistants provide direct client care. The charge nurse supervises staff, the LPN administers medications, and the nursing assistants provide direct client care. The charge nurse supervises staff and administers medications; the LPN and nursing assistants provide direct client care.