Managing teams is the most obvious role for nurse managers, and part of this is holding them accountable, especially when using the TEEAMS approach. To hold team members accountable, first be certain that team members understand the expectations of their jobs, as well as their professional practice. You're responsible for providing the tools necessary for your team to do the job and understand practice parameters. Job expectations and performance information should first be provided during organizational and unit orientation, and should then become an ongoing process through the life of the nurse's career. Clear communication about expectations and the ramifications of failure to follow practice or unit standards must also be part of this discussion.