Deck 29: Managing Your Career

Question 1

During performance appraisal interviews,Joanna's nurse manager notices Joanna's excitement when she talks about how she has helped patients on a rehabilitation unit understand the complexities of their regimens.When Joanna's nurse manager asks her about her career path plans,Joanna says that she wants to become a nurse administrator.The best response to Joanna would be

A) "Nursing administration is rewarding. What experiences would help you along this path?"
B) "You do not appear excited about nursing administration. Unless you are excited by that career path, I wouldn't advise going in that direction."
C) "You seem to find teaching others very rewarding. Have you considered that as a possible career path?"
D) "You are too inexperienced to consider administration. Work for a few years, and then consider administration."

Answer 1

"You seem to find teaching others very rewarding. Have you considered that as a possible career path?"

Question 2

Steady-state styles would be most likely to be present in which of the following situations?

A) Small hospital, in an isolated rural setting, with limited hierarchy
B) Large urban teaching hospital
C) Health network with several organizations
D) Travel nurse agency

Answer 2

Small hospital, in an isolated rural setting, with limited hierarchy

Question 3

A functional résumé focuses on

A) experience and skills obtained in positions.
B) positions held and specific roles in the positions.
C) academic qualifications and achievements.
D) relating skills and experience to qualifications in a specific position.

Answer 3

experience and skills obtained in positions.

Question 4

A cover letter and a résumé together should be no longer than ________ page(s).

A) two
B) one
C) four
D) three

Question 5

Which of the following needs revision on a résumé or CV?

A) John Jones
87 Highway Drive
City, SK SOC 2K2
[e-mail]
B) M. Howes
Anyway Highway
City, ON M9L 2K2
(H) 777-777-0000
E-mail: [e-mail]
C) Dr. L. Jones
99 Carway Drive
City, BC V3H 2K2
(H) 999-999-0000
(Cell) 999-000-9999
D) Tanya Jones
67 Honeywell Drive
City, QC G1A 2K2
[e-mail]

Question 6

A young male nurse began in nursing as a staff nurse at a hospital.After 3 years,he moved to a home health care agency.After 2 years,he was promoted to a managerial position and now has returned to another hospital as a new director of nursing.This career style is known as

A) linear.
B) spiral.
C) steady state.
D) entrepreneurial/transient.

Question 7

Before beginning her own nursing agency,a nurse worked with other temporary nursing agencies in nine states.This career style is known as

A) linear.
B) spiral.
C) steady state.
D) entrepreneurial/transient.

Question 8

A nurse is applying for a new position.This position is one in which she will serve as a liaison between a hospital and a school of nursing.The nurse has to update her résumé to include her teaching experience.The goal of creating a CV is to

A) have a listing of facts about your professional life.
B) create an opportunity to be interviewed.
C) respond quickly whenever a position becomes available.
D) be certain that you can recall facts for a prospective position.

Question 9

Which of the following situations is most likely to result in a productive,whole work situation?

A) Amelia, a registered nurse (RN), has 5 years of experience in the emergency department. Amelia accepts a position working with older patients in a home health agency because she has relocated and this is the only full-time position available.
B) Alain, RN, has 8 years of experience in various nursing positions, including that of a nurse manager. Alain accepts a new nurse manager position because he has a family and wants more regular hours. He is most comfortable working in direct patient care.
C) Lucia, RN, has 10 years of experience in an emergency department. She accepts a position as a case manager in home health care, working with older patients. She especially enjoys working with older adults and wants to take on leadership and management challenges.
D) Courtney, RN, is a new graduate. Courtney is getting comfortable with delivering nursing care as an RN. She is offered a position in the surgery unit as a permanent team leader. The unit has had a great deal of turnover recently, and only limited mentorship is available.

Question 10

Knowing your professional strengths is important to

A) find your fit in positions and a career path.
B) maintain a professional status.
C) act in a manner that is legal and ethical.
D) understand the role expectations of a position.

Question 11

On your CV,which of the following is the recommended approach for listing employment and educational history information?

A) 1979 RN Diploma
1985 BScN
2002 MN
B) 2002 Mount Rush Health Centre Staff Nurse
1997 Cedar Falls Clinic Staff Nurse
2007 Killarney Rehab Centre Case Manager
C) 2007 MN
2005 BScN
D) 1997 Sturgeon Falls Hospital Head Nurse
2002 Sturgeon Falls Supervisor
2007 Sturgeon Falls Director

Question 12

You are offered an opportunity to take a temporary leave from your position as a nurse manager to lead a technology implementation project.Which of the following reasons for accepting the opportunity is most consistent with developing a solid career path?

A) You are pressured to do so by your supervisor.
B) The organization has no other suitable candidate for the position.
C) You have limited knowledge of information technology and no real interest, but this will increase your knowledge.
D) Accepting a position outside of your established skill set may establish you organizationally as an innovative, adaptable leader.

Question 13

The primary difference between a résumé and a CV is that a résumé

A) Reflects your skills, knowledge, and background in relation to specific positions
B) Offers a detailed listing of positions held and where positions were held
C) Includes a long and detailed explanation of academic and work experience
D) Provides contact information and focuses on your background, in general

Question 14

To develop a CV or résumé,a nurse should begin with

A) creating an opportunity to be interviewed.
B) listing facts about his or her professional life.
C) hiring someone to market himself or herself.
D) identifying his or her name and contact information.

Question 15

The nurse executive at the local hospital began working there 20 years ago and has risen to the highest designation in nursing.This career style is known as

A) linear.
B) spiral.
C) steady state.
D) entrepreneurial/transient.

Question 16

A new graduate is seeking a new position in nursing and wants to "sell" herself effectively.The best strategy is to

A) create a résumé.
B) practise interviewing.
C) call the personnel offices.
D) create a curriculum vitae (CV).

Question 17

An experienced staff nurse applies for a distinct position of patient advocate at a new clinic.Of the various tools available to her,which should she bring to her interview to best present her skills?

A) Résumé
B) Annual evaluations
C) Portfolio
D) Patient advocacy project

Question 18

During an interview for a manager's position,you find the supervisor and staff unfriendly.Responses to questions are met with vague responses.After the interview,you decide not to pursue the position.What follow-up,if any,is most appropriate?

A) There is no need for you to do anything further. You likely will not be offered the position anyway.
B) You should file a complaint with the human resources department about the supervisor's lack of interviewing skills.
C) You should send a thank you note to the interviewer, indicating appreciation for her time.
D) You should call and leave a voicemail, indicating your lack of interest in the position.

Question 19

A nurse manager has been employed in the same facility for 20 years and has held the same position.This career style is known as

A) linear.
B) spiral.
C) steady state.
D) entrepreneurial/transient.

Question 20

A unit manager recently graduated as a clinical nurse specialist with a focus in gerontology.She applied to take a certification examination.Certification is designed to recognize

A) basic knowledge in a specified area.
B) advanced practice in functional roles.
C) special knowledge beyond basic licensure.
D) continued competence as a registered nurse.

Question 21

A well-written letter of resignation is critical to

A) first announce your intent to resign.
B) formally signal discontent in your current position.
C) maintain a positive relationship with your former organization and colleagues.
D) fulfill your legal obligations as a departing employee.

Question 22

Thomas has been a nurse in your intensive care unit (ICU)for 10 years.In facilitating Thomas's professional development,you would focus on

A) certification for the ICU environment.
B) discussions about how Thomas can fit with role expectations and relationships.
C) possible specializations within the ICU environment.
D) encouraging him to lead changes that leave long-term effects after his retirement.

Question 23

An example of a career is

A) employment in short-term contract jobs in business, nursing, and whatever is available.
B) involvement in an area of practice that is regulated.
C) continuous employment in the same position and the same arrangement for 20 years.
D) moving into and out of nursing positions in various cities while pursuing travel and education that develops understanding of global health.

Question 24

In preparing for a fair interview process as a hiring manager,you should

A) put water out for the candidates.
B) ensure that you know the names of all candidates.
C) dress comfortably and professionally.
D) prepare a schedule of questions to be asked of all candidates.

Question 25

Professional associations

A) set regulatory requirements and establish entry requirements for nursing.
B) offer graduate programs for clinical and career advancement.
C) provide opportunities for career networking and support.
D) are open to all individuals who meet the criteria for membership.

Question 26

To enhance team leadership skills for your team leaders,you arrange opportunities for

A) certification.
B) continuing education.
C) graduate courses.
D) volunteerism.