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b. Be aware of individual variations in
work abilities.
c. Determine which tasks can be delegated
and to whom.
d. Match the task to the delegatee on the
basis of the nurse practice act and any
practice limitations (institutional
policies and procedures, and job
descriptions of personnel provided by
the institution).
e. Provide directions that are clear,
concise, accurate, and complete.
f. Validate the delegatee’s understanding
of the directions.
g. Communicate a feeling of confidence to
the delegatee, and provide feedback
promptly after the task is performed.
h. Maintain continuity of care as much as
possible when assigning client care.

XVI. Time Management

A. Description
1. Time management is a technique designed to assist in
completing tasks within a definite time period.
2. Learning how, when, and where to use one’s time and
establishing personal goals and time frames are part
of time management.
3. Time management requires an ability to anticipate the
day’s activities, to combine activities when possible,
and to not be interrupted by nonessential activities.
4. Time management involves efficiency in completing
tasks as quickly as possible and effectiveness in
deciding on the most important task to do (i.e.,
prioritizing) and doing it correctly.
B. Principles and guidelines
1. Identify tasks, obligations, and activities and write
them down.
2. Organize the workday; identify which tasks must be
completed in specified time frames.
3. Prioritize client needs according to importance.
4. Anticipate the needs of the day and provide time for
unexpected and unplanned tasks that may arise.
5. Focus on beginning the daily tasks, working on the
most important first while keeping goals in mind;
look at the final goal for the day to help break down
tasks into manageable parts.
6. Begin client rounds at the beginning of the shift,
collecting data on each assigned client.

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