A new nurse decides to use the Internet to apply for possible positions. How does applying online 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 solve prior to accepting an interview such as pay, shifts available, nurse-patient ratio, and autonomy of practice.

Question

A new nurse decides to use the Internet to apply for possible positions. How does applying online 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 solve  prior to accepting an interview such as pay, shifts available, nurse-patient ratio, and autonomy of practice.

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Correct:a.The resume and cover letter must be free of errors regardless if mailed,faxed,presented in person,or submitted online and both should be one page.
d.The typical recruiter spends little time reviewing documents so clarity and conciseness is important.
Incorrect:b.Both Internet and other methods of applying should have a 1-week follow-up if the applicant has not been contacted.
c.The mission and philosophy of any employer should be investigated to ensure that it is congruent with the nurse's beliefs.
e.All questions should take place during the interview.

A New Nurse Decides to Use the Internet to Apply