You need to terminate staff member Z, who has had a long-standing history of conflict with you and other employees. You consult with Human Resources, and together, you develop a plan, which includes:

Planning an opportunity for Z to return and be recognized at a staff farewell.

Meeting with Z, a Human Resources representative, and you to deliver the termination notice and all other related documents.

Calling Z at home to inform Z about the termination and to expect the formal paperwork in the mail at a later date.

Calling Z into a meeting in your office on the unit, where assistance is available, should Z become upset or agitated.