Job search: finding your match (exam 1) Flashcards
what is important to know about resume preparation?
Compress education and employment history into an attractive, easy to read summary.
Three essential sections: ID info, education, and work experience/employment history
Optional info may include professional objectives, honors, achievements, and professional organization memberships
References do not need to be included but should be prepared and ready for presentation when requested
Produce the resume neatly and inexpensively
what are some job interview questions?
What position interest you?
Tell me about your work history?
How did you choose to apply for a job here?
Do you want a full-time or part-time position, and what shift are you looking for?
What are your strengths and weaknesses?
What would you do if…?
Why should we hire you?
What questions do you have?
Why did you become a nurse?
what is important to know about networking?
Research potential, employers by networking at school, community sites, and student nurse organizations. Explore websites of health care facilities, many have jobs posted and provide online applications
Question faculty, other nurses, employees, former employees, and alumni of one’s own school
Talk with nurses and other employees of potential institutions
Review employment sections of job fairs and the internet
Listen to family members, neighbors, and friends who have been patients in facilities.
what are some things to note when it comes to exploring options?
The choice of the 1st nursing position deserves study
Consult an instructor, a job counselor, or a trusted nursing mentor for objective input
Review general interests, abilities, and strengths
Consider physical and emotional stamina
Consider energy level and responsibilities to others
Consider long-term goal
