class 8 (feb 6th)

Question 1

recruitment

Answer 1

the process of actively seeking out or attracting applicants for existing positions and should be an ongoing process

Question 2

educational and credential requirements

Answer 2

if a relationship exists between educational requirements and the success of the job, then consideration should be given to them

Question 3

reference checks and background screening

Answer 3

-applicants should be examined to see if they are complete and to ascertain that the applicant is qualified
-a strong applicnat=/=excellent performance
-positions should never be offered until information on the applicat has been verified amd references have been checked

Question 4

pre-employment testing

Answer 4

-used to assess potential employee fit in an organization
-typically only used when testing is directly related to the ability to perform a specific job
-not a stand alone tool, used with interviewing and reference checking

Question 5

physical exams

Answer 5

-determines if the applicant can meet the requirements for a specific job and provide a record of the physical condition of the applicant

Question 6

making the selection

Answer 6

when determining the person to hire, the leader must be sure that the same standards are used to evaluate all candidates
final selection should be based on established criteria not personal preferences

Question 7

finalizing the selection

Answer 7

-follow up with the applicants asap
-candidates not offered a position should be notified, reasons should be applied when appropriate
-applicants offered a position should be informed of benefits in writing, preemployment procedures, requested to confirm acceptance in writing

Question 8

what is selection

Answer 8

the process of choosing from among applicants the best qualified individuals for a particular job or position
-involves verifying the applicants qualifications, checking work history, and deciding if they are a good match

Question 9

what is placement

Answer 9

the manager should assign a new employee to a position where the employee will have a reasonable chance for success

Question 10

proper placement will:

Answer 10

-foster personal & professional growth
-maximize productivity
-provide a motivating climate
-increase chances of meeting organizational goals

Question 11

what is indoctrination

Answer 11

“induction or orientation”
-seeks to establish favourable employee attitudes toward the organization, unit, and department
-provide the necessary information and education for success in the position
-instill feelings of belonging and acceptance

Question 12

results of effective indoctrination

Answer 12

higher productivity, fewer rule violations, reduced attraction, and great employee satisfaction
-this will be shown as soon as a person has been selected for a position and continues until they have shown the socially acceptable norms and values of the work group

Question 13

3 phases of indoctrination

Answer 13

1. induction
   2.orientation
   3.socialization

Question 14

what is orientation

Answer 14

-aims to make the employee feel a part of the team, provides them with specfic information about their position
-activities are more specific and related to the position within the organization
-educates the new employee about the desired behaviours and actively involves the new employee’s immediate manager

Question 15

what is socialization

Answer 15

socializing and educating staff for team building in a learning organization is essential
-anticipatory socialization
-role overload
-resocialization
-training and education are important parts of staff development and socialization

Question 16

socialization needs of international nurses

Answer 16

-unique socialization needs
-cultural, professional, and psychological dissonance
-communication problems
-anxiety, homesickness, and isolation