A Nurse Has Complained to the Human Resources (HR) Director

Multiple Choice

A nurse has complained to the human resources (HR) director regarding unfair treatment by the nurse's manager. The nurse describes receiving a written warning, unlike other nursing staff who exhibit similar behaviors but are not reprimanded. Which concerns would the HR director discuss with the hospital chief nursing officer? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply.

A) The unusual management styles within the department
B) Confronting the manager's direct supervisor about allowing this situation to occur
C) The apparent inconsistencies in discipline within the unit
D) The potential for litigation that arises from this complaint
E) The need to terminate this problem employee