Resume Fundamentals
What resume section is a sales pitch about your skills/experience?
Summary
What type of skills are measurable and acquired through education, training, and experience?
Hard skills
True or False: The length of your cover letter depends upon the amount of your experience.
False
What four things should you do when meeting an interviewer?
A firm handshake, eye contact, a smile, and your name
What form of communication includes eye contact, body language, and facial expressions?
Non-verbal communication
What do many people include on a resume but should really be listed on a separate document?
References
Soft skills are personal _____ that influence how nurses interact with patients, families, and colleagues?
attributes or characteristics
A strong cover letter will have _____ paragraphs, each with its own basic _____.
four, message
What structured method should be used to answer behavioral interview questions?
The CAR Method (Challenge, Action, Result)
What is the recommended dress code for a professional nursing job interview?
Business professional attire
True or False: A resume must always be one page long.
False
Your job duty bullet points should start with a strong _____ and include _____ used on the job.
action verb, skills
What is the most important paragraph in your cover letter?
Paragraph #3: Value Proposition
Should you discuss salary in the first interview?
No, it is generally not appropriate.
What should you do with your phone before beginning an interview?
Silence or turn it off
In what order should your experience be listed on a resume?
Reverse chronological order (most recent first)
What date should you include when listing clinical certifications on your resume?
Expiration date
Before listing someone as a reference, what should you do first?
Ask for their permission
Within what time frame should a thank-you email be sent after an interview?
24 hours
What should you do to ensure your professional documents, such as a resume or cover letter, are free from errors?
Have someone proofread them before submitting
What is the first credential the ANCC recommends you list following your name?
Highest degree earned
Aside from your resume, what is one way you can demonstrate your professional skills, especially soft skills?
An interview
What should you request from your references if they are contacted by an employer?
To inform you when they have been contacted
Name one free resource available to students for professional interview attire.
1. Dress for Success Western Massachusetts (for women); 2. Suit Up Springfield (for men)
Where is the Saremi Center for Career Development located on campus?
In the Campus Center between Starbucks and the Campus Store