Accountability and delegation
Applying accountability and delegation principles in your workplace
The principles of accountability and delegation apply to all members of the nursing team.
Whether you're a registered nurse, health care assistant, health care support worker, assistant practitioner, nursing associate (in England) or student, understanding these principles is essential.
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Our accountability and delegation guide will support all members of the nursing team to understand and apply accountability and delegation principles in your workplace.聽The guide should be read alongside the NMC Code (2018).
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