Deck 27: Job Search: Finding Your Match

Question 1

What is the appropriate procedure for addressing a cover letter when the applicant is unsure of the name and title of the person to whom the letter should be addressed?

A) "To Whom It May Concern"
B) "Nurse Recruiter"
C) Call the facility to inquire about the name and title of the person.
D) Leave the salutation blank if the name and the title are unknown.

Answer 1

Call the facility to inquire about the name and title of the person.

Question 2

A nurse interested in an entry level position as a registered nurse prepares the cover letter.Which statement is an example of a correctly written cover letter?

A) "I am interested in a position where community outreach is valued as noted in your organization's mission statement."
B) "I am highly educated and have several degrees including an Associate Degree in accounting,a certification in word processing,a Bachelor's degree in journalism,and a Bachelor's degree in nursing."
C) "I am looking for a position that will allow me to develop my skills and still have a balanced home and work life."
D) "I am widowed,a Christian,a single parent,and due to the downturn in the economy will be willing to work any shift or nursing unit."

Answer 2

"I am interested in a position where community outreach is valued as noted in your organization's mission statement."

Question 3

What should the nurse include when preparing a portfolio? (Select all that apply. )

A) Copies of diplomas awarded by colleges/universities
B) Copies of college transcripts
C) A personal photograph,if not included with the application
D) Letters of recognition for scoring high on national nursing achievement tests
E) A copy of the voter's registration card

Answer 3

Copies of diplomas awarded by colleges/universities
Copies of college transcripts
Letters of recognition for scoring high on national nursing achievement tests

Question 4

While performing a job search,why would a nurse reviews the list of Magnet hospitals of the American Nurses Credentialing Center?

A) These hospitals generally retain most revenue gained from patient care.
B) Nursing longevity,autonomy,and self-governance are important features of these institutions.
C) All RNs have a minimum of a master's degree and are credentialed in the area in which they provide care.
D) These hospitals have the most up-to-date diagnostic equipment such as magnetic resonance imagery.

Question 5

When should a follow-up letter be written to a recruiter?

A) Before the interview to thank him or her for granting you the interview
B) Approximately 2 weeks after you did not get the job to inquire
C) A few days after the interview
D) When you are sure you got the position

Question 6

According to the Hallmarks of the Professional Nursing Environment,what question should a nurse ask a potential employer?

A) "How do salaries here compare with those of larger facilities?"
B) "What benefits are provided to RNs that are not available to other health care providers?"
C) "What is the role of nurses in determining the quality of patient care being delivered?"
D) "How has the administration as the employer planned to provide long-term economic security to RNs?"

Question 7

What statement about a cover letter is true?

A) It should signify an interest in the employer and let the employer know that you took time to research the organization.
B) It must be handwritten so the employer can determine whether charting will be legible.
C) It should be limited to one paragraph because time is of the essence.
D) It should let the employer know your desired salary,shift,and area of practice.

Question 8

To present oneself professionally,a new graduate nurse preparing for an interview will focus on what guidelines? (Select all that apply. )

A) The primary goal for the first job is to complete orientation and should be considered as an extension of nursing school.
B) Appointments for interviews should be scheduled immediately after graduation to avoid rushing into a position.
C) Self-confidence can be improved with self-talk,which reminds the graduate that peers from her school are effective practitioners.
D) Work history of even nonmedical positions can demonstrate commitment and reliability so letters from these employers should be in portfolio.
E) It is best to arrive 10 to 15 minutes before the scheduled interview dressed for success.

Question 9

When the job applicant is asked to identify weaknesses,one appropriate reply for the novice nurse might be to provide what response?

A) "I have no significant weaknesses."
B) "I find that to be a biased question"
C) "I sometimes find delegating to peers a challenge."
D) "Caring requires a person to demonstrate weakness and compassion."

Question 10

A nurse should be concerned about the legality of which question when asked by the recruiter?

A) "Have you been convicted of a crime other than a minor traffic violation?"
B) "Do you understand the position is contingent on the results of the preemployment physical and background check?"
C) "What do you consider to be your major weaknesses for this particular position?"
D) "An operating room positions requires that you must be able to be on call.How many children are you responsibility?"

Question 11

To determine basic competency,the interview for a nursing position may include a test to evaluate what area of knowledge?

A) Pathophysiology
B) Writing appropriate nursing diagnoses
C) Pharmacology
D) General computer skills

Question 12

According to the Hallmarks of the Professional Nursing Environment,a nurse who wants to be certain that the first position is rewarding and allows for growth as a registered nurse should ask what question?

A) "What is the facility's philosophy related to clinical care used to determine the role of RNs in deciding outcomes related quality outcomes?"
B) "Are professional development opportunities supported here through paid leave and tuition reimbursement?"
C) "How do compensation packages here compare to others in the same area and nationally?"
D) "What is the projected need for RNs is in the next 5 years as well as the current turnover rate?"

Question 13

Many nursing professionals have portfolios that include what professionally applicable documentation?

A) Family pictures to stress commitment
B) Letters of commendation to support skills and experience
C) Journal articles that describe one's professional connection to health care
D) High school achievements to demonstrate commitment to continuous learning

Question 14

What testing should a potential applicant be prepared to submit to during a preemployment physical?

A) Cholesterol screening
B) Pregnancy testing
C) Urine drug screening
D) Vision and hearing tests

Question 15

Which message would be appropriate to leave on answering systems where you work?

A) "You have reached 910-999-1212.Please leave your name and number and I look forward to returning your call as soon as possible."
B) While we view your call as important we can't answer it right now.
C) "Hi,I'm not here.Sorry you missed me.Please call again."
D) "I am interviewing for positions,hope to be available soon.If you are calling about an interview,please leave your name,number,and possible positions available."

Question 16

What action by the nurse is a valuable tool for determining whether a potential employer is suitable for personal career goals?

A) Calling The Joint Commission (TJC)to ask whether the organization meets required standards
B) Assessing the work climate by walking through the facility
C) Reviewing financial statements of the institution
D) Asking what they can do for you rather than what you can do for them

Question 17

A nurse who is applying for a position contacts an expert on writing résumé and cover letters and is given what advice?

A) Use correction fluid sparingly.
B) When an error is made,a single line should be used to cross through the mistake,and initials should be inserted above the error.
C) Limit margins to one half inch so that the page appears full of information.
D) Be concise and limit the resume to a single page.

Question 18

What format should be used when preparing the education section of a resume?

A) List high school,followed by the first college attended.
B) Include all colleges attended,even if a degree was not awarded.
C) Omit the address of the university unless requested by the potential employer.
D) List in reverse chronologic order the names,dates,and addresses of universities that awarded degrees.

Question 19

What expectation should a graduate nurse have when beginning a job search?

A) Few jobs are available for RNs because of a failing health care economy.
B) It would be more promising to apply to a rural hospital than to an urban hospital.
C) Although efforts have been made to reduce expenditures for health care,the need for RNs remains stable.
D) The demand for nurses to work in acute care hospitals has decreased because most services are being shifted to outpatient and ambulatory settings.

Question 20

A nurse is interested in working where cultural diversity is appreciated.The applicant feels that accepting this interview was the right choice when the recruiter states,"We do not discriminate based on sex,race,or age and practice inclusiveness of diversity." Which question would reflect this statement?

A) "Nurses must work a master schedule where one month is Monday through Friday and the next month is the weekend shift.What is your religious belief about working on Sunday?"
B) "We offer many benefits for employees such as educational benefits and health insurance."
C) "Our mission is to provide patient-centered care that reflects the belief of the patient and family with an aim to win them over to Western medicine and less superstition,don't you agree?"
D) "Do you have any issues with working with patients who are from a disadvantaged background because we have many people who refuse to work then want free care?"

Question 21

A nurse should incorporate what information about resume writing when creating such a document? (Select all that apply. )

A) Margins should be equal on all four sides.
B) Paper should be bright colored to catch the attention of the recruiter.
C) Legal size paper may be used when applicants have an extensive work history.
D) Standardized cover letters present a professional image as opposed to those that stress the applicant's perspective too heavily.
E) Include in the cover letter that after researching other position,this is the applicant's preference.

Question 22

How does applying online via the Internet compare to applying by more traditional methods? (Select all that apply. )

A) Regardless of how one applies,it is important to check the resume for correctness.
B) Follow-up with Internet applications is no sooner than 90 days compared to a 1-week follow-up for traditional applications.
C) Researching the mission and philosophy of the agency is not necessary with Internet searches and applications.
D) The resume and cover letter should be reviewed by someone with excellent skills in grammar and writing to ensure the first impression is one of professionalism and attention to detail.
E) Internet applications should include specific questions to be answered prior to accepting an interview such as pay,shifts available,nurse-patient ratio,and autonomy of practice.

Question 23

The key to a successful interview is being ____________.

Question 24

To effectively identify the culture of the potential employer,who should the nurse network with? (Select all that apply. )

A) The executives at the competing agency
B) Alumni that graduated from the same school and work in the area
C) Nurses currently working in the agency
D) People who have been patients at the agency
E) Nurses who are former employees