Question 1

The nurse has just interviewed with a nurse manager. The manager offers the nurse an opportunity to tour the unit and meet potential coworkers. Why is this a beneficial opportunity? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply.

Accepted Answer

A)   It allows the candidate to learn more about the unit.
B)   It allows the candidate to make a final determination about whether the unit is a good work environment.
C)   It allows the candidate to make some assessment of coworkers.
D)   It allows the candidate to determine nurse-to-client ratios.
E)   It allows the candidate a first look at the types of clients served by the unit. A,C

Question 2

A nurse who has worked on a unit for 8 years has just accepted a position as a nurse practitioner at an indigent clinic. How should the nurse handle exiting the current position?

Accepted Answer

A)   Leave by the end of the week.
B)   Tell the manager as soon as the decision is made.
C)   Advise the human resources department prior to the unit manager.
D)   Discuss the matter with colleagues well in advance of telling the manager. B

Question 3

A nurse manager has a strong belief in the value of certification for staff nurses. Unfortunately, only two staff members are certified. How could the manager encourage the remaining staff to seek certification? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply.

Accepted Answer

A)   Make it a job requirement.
B)   Obtain grant monies to fund purchase of materials for certification.
C)   Support those who are seeking certification with study sessions and helpful study hints.
D)   Work with administration to obtain a salary adjustment for those who become certified.
E)   Role-model the behavior by becoming certified. B,C,D,E

Question 4

A newly promoted nurse manager is overwhelmed by the amount of paperwork that must be submitted to the director. The nursing unit is very busy and is short staffed, so the manager also takes a client assignment. This additional work makes the paperwork load even more daunting. Which statement is the most important lesson for this manager to learn?

Accepted Answer

A)   A manager's first priority is client care.
B)   A manager's first priority is the nursing staff.
C)   The job requires the nurse to adjust, respond to change, and remain flexible.
D)   The paperwork is not important.

Question 5

A nurse has joined the local Sigma Theta Tau organization. The nurse is hoping to find a mentor within the organization. Which person would be a good candidate?

Accepted Answer

A)   A senior nurse who has the career experience that the nurse is interested in pursuing
B)   The president of the organization
C)   A senior nurse who has a wide range of career experiences
D)   A member of the board of the organization

Question 6

An ICU nurse has been approached by a colleague to join the American Association of Critical Care Nurses. The nurse asks the colleague, "Why would I want to join this organization?" Which would be the best response?

Accepted Answer

A)   "It will further your career."
B)   "It looks good on your resume."
C)   "It will help you to network and enhance your learning."
D)   "You have to join before you can obtain critical care certification."

Question 7

A nurse has decided to relocate to another state. Which entry on this nurse's resume will be most useful in searching for a new job?

Accepted Answer

A)   Boy Scout leader for 3 years
B)   Member of Sigma Theta Tau International
C)   Six years work experience as nurse manager in ICU
D)   Graduated with honors from a BSN program

Question 8

A female nurse has an interview for a new job scheduled next week. What should the nurse plan to wear to this interview? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply.

Accepted Answer

A)   Scrubs
B)   A neatly pressed lab jacket and white uniform
C)   Capri length pants and sandals
D)   Dark pants and a gray jacket
E)   Simple jewelry

Question 9

A nurse has two job offers. One will not be available for 6 months, and the other is in an organization that the nurse does not think is a good fit. The client care in the second organization is not what the nurse would feel comfortable providing. What action should the nurse take in regard to the second organization? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply.

Accepted Answer

A)   Gracefully decline the job by saying he is moving out of state.
B)   Accept the position and plan to resign as soon as the other position opens.
C)   Thank the manager for the offer, but decline it.
D)   Send a letter to the manager, thanking the organization for the offer.
E)   Tell the manager that the client care in the organization was not what was expected.

Question 10

A newly licensed nurse has submitted an application, letter of interest, and résumé to the human resources department of a hospital and has an interview scheduled for next week. How should the nurse prepare for this interview?

Accepted Answer

A)   Write down and memorize answers to questions that are typically asked.
B)   Go to the organization and try to talk to some staff nurses.
C)   Add additional information to the résumé.
D)   Review the organization's website.

Question 11

The nursing faculty member requires that last-semester nursing students create a résumé. One student submits a résumé that includes education, past employment, and accomplishments. Which additional information will the faculty member recommend the student include in this résumé?

Accepted Answer

A)   Family information
B)   Short-term personal goals
C)   Transcript
D)   Long-term career goals

Question 12

A nurse has always been interested in the legal nurse field. What would be the best program in which to learn about this field?

Accepted Answer

A)   A seminar in which the nurse can obtain certification as a legal nurse as quickly as possible
B)   A seminar that offers a variety of speakers addressing the legal nurse profession
C)   An accredited program by a legal nurse association
D)   A program in which lawyers speak of the opportunities available for legal nurses

Question 13

A nurse is considering graduate school. The nurse is interested in becoming a nurse practitioner. This nurse has worked as a medical-surgical nurse for the past 10 years. Which opportunity would benefit this nurse's career?

Accepted Answer

A)   Taking a position as an assistant nurse manager
B)   Applying for a nurse manager position on a renal unit
C)   Transferring to the ICU unit
D)   Transferring to the oncology unit

Question 14

A nurse who has a baccalaureate degree in nursing is interested in going to graduate school. The nurse is talking to a peer who is in a nurse practitioner program. Which advice would be beneficial for this nurse in choosing a graduate program?

Accepted Answer

A)   Perform an online search and look for the program that requires the least amount of time to obtain the degree.
B)   Meet with faculty and students of various graduate programs.
C)   Discuss the graduate schools with a physician.
D)   Don't start until you are certain you can finish.

Question 15

A nurse has an interview with the nurse recruiter at a large metropolitan hospital. During the nurse's education, clinical practice was conducted in smaller facilities. Which topics would be good for the applicant to focus on during the interview? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply.

Accepted Answer

A)   Information regarding the position and the organization
B)   The nurse's past experiences
C)   Salary
D)   Benefits
E)   The nurse's strengths and weaknesses

Question 16

During the interview, a nurse learns that several people are interviewing for the position. Several days post-interview, the nurse is called for a second interview. How should the nurse prepare for this interview?

Accepted Answer

A)   Prepare in the same way as for the first interview.
B)   Prepare in a similar way as for the first interview but with more details regarding past experiences.
C)   Anticipate questions regarding the position that are situational and provide information regarding competence.
D)   Anticipate questions about goals for the future.

Question 17

A nurse is unsure in which graduate nursing program to enroll. A colleague recommends the nurse consider a degree program for which it appears there will be growing demand. Which role is expected to continue to be in great demand in the future?

Accepted Answer

A)   Nurse administrators
B)   Community health nurse
C)   Nursing education
D)   School nurse

Question 18

A nurse who has worked in the dialysis unit for the past 5 years is considering a career change. The nurse is unsure whether to follow a management or a clinical career path. Which would be a good beginning step for this nurse?

Accepted Answer

A)   Enroll in a graduate nursing program.
B)   Investigate careers by talking with nurses in those positions.
C)   Investigate the salary options for various careers.
D)   Seek advice from the manager of the unit.

Question 19

A nurse who has an interview with the human resources (HR) director enters the office, doesn't make eye contact, and is very timid. Toward the end of the interview, the HR director asks the nurse if there are any questions. The nurse states, "No, I think I've learned all I need to know." What impression has this nurse given the HR director?

Accepted Answer

A)   Lack of interest in the position
B)   Shyness and the inability to manage people
C)   Rudeness
D)   Laziness

Question 20

A candidate is concerned that some answers she gave during her interview were vague and lengthy. She relates some of the answers to a peer, saying, "I don't know what happened. I was just so nervous." What is an appropriate response by the peer?

Accepted Answer

A)   "Why did you give those answers?"
B)   "You should have given short and to-the-point answers."
C)   "You gave good answers."
D)   "I think your answers were specific."

Exam 27: Advancing Your Career