Question 1

When preparing a portfolio, the nurse should include: (select all that apply)

Accepted Answer

Traditional documents, such as copies of diplomas, college transcripts, and recognition letters, are included in the portfolio.

Question 2

A new graduate nurse is preparing for an interview for her first position and knows that: (select all that apply)

Accepted Answer

Internal dialogue establishes a means for the graduate to recall achievements that will lead to success in the first nursing position. Jobs such as cashier at a convenience store or dog-sitting can demonstrate responsibility such as handing cash or arriving on time. Arriving too early may cause the recruiter to feel rushed and arriving too late may demonstrate lack of time management and professionalism.

Question 3

According to the Hallmarks of the Professional Nursing Environment, a nurse should ask a potential employer:

Accepted Answer

The hallmark that suggests the role nurses have in determining the quality of care is noted in the philosophy of clinical care.

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

A follow-up letter thanking the recruiter is a courtesy and a reminder of the nurse's interest in receiving a timely response.

Question 5

A potential applicant reviews the application process and learns that preemployment physicals often include:

Accepted Answer

A preemployment physical examination is often required, and this includes routine blood tests, urine drug screening, and sometimes a chest radiograph.

Question 6

Cover letters:

Accepted Answer

The purpose of the cover letter is to show the recruiter that the applicant has an interest in the facility and that he or she did homework to learn more about the facility.

Question 7

Which message would be appropriate to leave on answering systems?

Accepted Answer

A professional or appropriate message that lets the person know they have reached the correct number and that you will return the call as soon as available.

Question 8

When the job applicant is asked to identify weaknesses, one appropriate reply for the novice nurse might be:

Accepted Answer

It is best to be honest about weaknesses the applicant may have. The employer does not expect the graduate nurse to have only strengths. All nurses can improve in their profession.

Question 9

When preparing the education section of a resume:

Accepted Answer

Details about education should include degrees and diplomas awarded, names and locations of schools awarding them, and graduation dates, starting with the most recent graduation and degree.

Question 10

A new graduate arrives for the first interview feeling prepared and excited about beginning a nursing career but quickly becomes concerned when the recruiter asks which illegal question?

Accepted Answer

It is illegal for the recruiter or interviewer to ask number of children or dependents prior to making a job offer.

Question 11

A nurse who is applying for a position contacts an expert on writing résumé and cover letters and is told:

Accepted Answer

A resume is an effective, compressed one-page summary of the nurse's education and employment history.

Question 12

A new graduate secures the first interview and wants to work 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?

Accepted Answer

Sharing information about employee benefits is not asking about discriminatory issues-it just informs the applicants of availability.

Question 13

A valuable tool for determining whether a potential employer is suitable for your career goals is to:

Accepted Answer

By observing the staff when taking a tour of the unit, the applicant can get an accurate feel for the culture and personality of the nursing unit. The applicant can assess the manager's interactions with staff and can see how nurses respond to each challenge.

Question 14

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 is to:

Accepted Answer

The letter should be addressed to a specific person. If the person's name or title is unknown, refer to a marketing brochure, or call the recruitment office and ask for the correct title and spelling of the person's name.

Question 15

A graduate nurse should begin the job search knowing that:

Accepted Answer

The nursing shortage has caused institutions to find unique ways to lure nursing graduates to their place of employment. These include sign-on bonuses, expense-paid weekend visits to the facility, tuition reimbursement, and low-interest loans. Although health care costs are a concern, attracting nurses is currently a priority, with little worry about associated costs.

Question 16

A nurse entering the job market wants to be certain that the first position is rewarding and allows for growth as a registered nurse. According to the Hallmarks of the Professional Nursing Environment, the nurse should ask:

Accepted Answer

The hallmark that suggests the role nurses have in determining the quality of care is noted in the philosophy of clinical care.

Question 17

While performing a job search, a nurse reviews the list of Magnet hospitals of the American Nurses Credentialing Center because:

Accepted Answer

Magnet hospitals demonstrate excellence in areas such as low RN turnover rates, adherence to standards of nursing care as defined by the American Nurses Association, and mechanisms in place for staff participation in decision making.

Question 18

A nurse interested in an entry level position as a registered nurse prepares the cover letter. A correctly written cover letter might include:

Accepted Answer

Letting the potential employer know you have researched the organization shows a sincere interest.

Question 19

To determine basic competency, the interview for a nursing position may include a test in:

Accepted Answer

Preemployment pharmacology testing is common. Institutions often give a quiz to assess basic knowledge of routinely administered medications, their purposes, and associated adverse effects.

Question 20

Many nursing professionals have portfolios that include:

Accepted Answer

A portfolio includes letters from supervisors and patients, congratulatory messages from peers, and evaluations documented by supervisors.

Quiz 27: Job Search: Finding Your Match