8.1 Nursing Care Delivery Models

Question 1

Functional Nursing Model

Answer 1

• RN responsible for all assessments
• RN administers all IV medications
• LPN administers oral medications
• UAP preforms all ADL’s and hygiene tasks

Question 2

Team Nursing Model

Answer 2

• RN acts as a team lead and coordinates care for a small group of patients. Responsible for planning, assigning duties, giving direct care, and directing/supervising and assisting team members
• RN responsible for all assessments and IV medications
• LPN administers oral medications
• UAP preforms hygiene and ADL tasks

Question 3

Primary Nursing Model

Answer 3

• RN primary nurse has 24 hour responsibility and accountability for patient care
• RN secondary nurse is responsible for the given plan of care
• No LPN or UA assistance