2. Delegation is the process by which responsibility and
authority for performing a task are transferred to
another individual who accepts that authority and
responsibility.(Weydt,2010)
3. Benefits of Delegation
Benefits to the Nurse.
If the nurse is able to delegate some task to unlicensed
assistive personnel ,more time can be developed to those
task that cannot be delegate ,especially complex patient
care.
Benefits to the Delegate .
The delegate can learn more skills and ablities that can
facilitate upward mobility.
Benefits to the Manager.
Delegation yields benefits for the manager as well. if staff use
UAPs appropriately , the manager have a better function
unit.
4. Conti
Benefits to the Organization.
As teamwork improves, the organization benefits by
achieving its goals more efficiently. over time and
absences decrease. Subsequently productivity improve
and organization's financial position may improve.
5. The Five Rights of Delegation
The right task.
The right circumstances.
The right person.
The right direction and communication.
The right supervision.
6. Delegation process/Steps
Define the task.
Decide on delegate.
Determine the task.
Reach agreement .
Monitor performance and provide feed back.
7. Key Behaviors in Delegating Tasks
Describe the task using ;I; statement.
Discuss the importance .
Explain the expected outcome and timeline for
compleation.
Identify any constraint for completing the task.
Validate understanding of the task and your
expectation.
