Describe how you develop your annual staffing plan for the emergency department. Include information on three of the following: [500-word limit]

1. The individuals involved in developing the plan

2. The factors used to determine annual staffing levels

3. The patterns, trends and outcomes analyzed to evaluate the effectiveness of the staffing plan throughout the year.

Describe the factors that are considered on a daily basis to distribute and adjust the number of staff working in the emergency department. In addition, include who is involved in making decisions/requests. [300-word limit]