The Hospital Nurse Supervisor Has Concerns That a Staff Nurse

Multiple Choice

The hospital nurse supervisor has concerns that a staff nurse is no longer capable of competent patient care because of alcohol use. Repeated counseling sessions with the nurse have not changed the behaviors that are of concern. What action should be taken by the supervisor?

A) Report the concerns to the state board of nursing.
B) Terminate the nurse's hospital employment.
C) Transfer the nurse to a non-patient care position.
D) Nothing as the nurse might sue the supervisor.