ABSTRACT
By the end of this chapter you will have had the opportunity to;
recognise the importance of resource management as a nursing activity
be able to identify the components of resource management in terms of human resource management and non-human resource management
be able to consider the allocation of resources in health care and nursing at a national and local level
discuss the importance of effective recruitment retention and induction of new staff
recognise the importance of equal opportunities processes
describe the appraisal process
demonstrate an awareness of the budget process
examine the budget setting and cost containment process
examine the contracting process.
