Decision Making
This term means competence in an activity because of skill, training, or qualifications.
Abilities
What should you always do regarding your arrival time at work?
— Report to work on time
Name two sources where you might find a healthcare job opening.
Any two: newspaper ads, friends/relatives, job fairs/internet, school counselors, employment agencies
What should you do before you start completing a job application?
Read the directions
What should you wear to a job interview?
Professional dress
This characteristic means understanding and sharing the feelings of a patient.
Empathy
Name the three types of communication.
Verbal, non-verbal, and active listening
Name two of the five components of wellness.
— Any two: physical, mental, emotional, social, spiritual
This term means something that concerns, involves, or arouses a person's curiosity
Interests
Besides being on time, what should you be when you arrive at work?
Prepared to work
Name three possible places of employment for a healthcare worker.
Any three: hospital, private clinic, home health agency, traveling agency, school/university
What is a resume?
A document that shows your background and skills
Name two documents you should bring with you to an interview.
200 — Any two: social security info, contact information, references, photo ID
This characteristic means being truthful and having strong moral principles.
Honesty
Name two possible barriers to effective communication.
Any two: personal, physical, cultural, environmental
Which wellness component involves managing stress?
Emotional health and stress management
This term refers to the relative worth or importance a person places on something, often shaped by society.
Values
Name two employability skills related to attitude and growth.
Have a positive attitude; be willing to learn (accept efficiency/growth)
A school counselor and an employment agency are both examples of this.
— A job source
Name three things a resume should include.
Any three: personal identifying info, career objective, education/skills/experience, references
An interview is best described as this kind of exchange
A conversation where the interviewer asks questions to learn about the candidate
Name three personal characteristics important for healthcare professionals besides empathy and honesty.
Any three: patience, dependability, willingness to learn/accept criticism, enthusiasm/self-motivation, tact and discretion, competence, responsibility, team player
Name two preventive strategies for managing team conflict.
Any two: determine ground rules, set goals, get team agreement, communicate openly
Which wellness component relates to relationships and interactions with others?
Social health
Name all three factors healthcare workers should consider when making a career decision.
Abilities, Interests, and Values
What employability skill involves working well with others toward a shared goal?
Practice teamwork
Name a place of employment for someone who wants to care for patients in their own homes.
Home health agency
What is the recommended length of a resume, and what document usually accompanies it as a letter of introduction?
One page; a cover letter
Besides bringing documents and dressing professionally, what should you understand and be prepared for going into an interview?
The do's and don'ts of interviewing, and be ready to answer questions
This characteristic means using good judgment about what to say or do, especially in sensitive situations
Tact and discretion
Name two reactive strategies for managing conflict once it happens.
Any two: acting, adjusting, accommodation, avoiding
List all five components of wellness in order.
Physical, Mental, Emotional, Social, Spiritual