Assignment Preparation Guidelines

Introduction (approx. 150 words)

The introduction should set the context for the assignment.

Define and briefly describe Human Resources and Financial functions and their importance in the health care service.

Main Body (approx.. 1750 words)

PART 1

Discuss theories and concepts underpinning Human resource strategic management and safe staffing levels. Critically discuss rationale for selecting of workplace example. Critically discuss challenges you may face and how to overcome those challenges. Include in text citations and references and examples from your area of practice to support your discussion.

PART 2

Discuss theories and concepts underpinning finical management in the Irish health service. Outline how health services are funded in Ireland. Using your chosen workplace example, discuss in detail the nurse managers financial role and challenges that may be presented and how to overcome them. Include in text citations and references.

Conclusion (approx. 100 words)

Conclusion should tie the assignment together and remind the reader briefly about what has been discussed. No new information.