Week 11

The nurse recruiter is reviewing cover letters submitted by several applicants. Which statement is part of an effective cover letter?

"My multilingual skills would be an asset to your diverse population."

2A nurse manager wants a competent and bright young nurse to become a preceptor. The young nurse has worked on the unit for three years but states, "I don't have enough experience to teach others." How should the nurse manager respond?

"New nurses need to see professionalism and develop critical thinking skills, both of which you display on a regular basis."

6A mentee is giving feedback to his mentor following the first week of the mentorship. Which statement by the mentee would be effective in promoting positive behaviors in the mentor?

"You offered to listen earlier when I seemed stressed and that was calming."

Two recent graduate nurses are doing a mock job interview. One is acting as the applicant, who intends to work in a day shift medical-surgical position. The other nurse acts as the recruiter and informs the nurse applicant that only night shifts are available; there are no day shift openings in the organization. How should the nurse applicant respond?

"I'd be open to working the night shift, but I'm most interested in moving into a day position when it becomes available."

1Which factor may influence the nurse's decision to obtain an advanced degree?

A promotion to a specialized role

The nurse is preparing a portfolio to send to prospective employers. Which individuals should the nurse include as references?

Academic peers Former managersProfessional references should be a part of the portfolio. Former managers may be professional references. Correct Academic instructors

4Which factors should a nurse who is traveling to a conference to earn required continuing education (CE) credits consider?

AccreditationIt is important for the nurse to consider whether the course is accredited by the appropriate certification entity, especially before planning travel. Correct Price per credit hourThe nurse should consider the cost of the necessary travel prior to booking the trip. Costs of the conference, plus travel expenses, may be too expensive. Correct The intended learners for the courseThe nurse should consider whether the course is designed for the appropriate audience. If it is created for pharmacists, for example, it may not be the educational level needed by the nurse. Correct How many days the course will take to complete

2A nursing organization wants to plan an activity that will encourage younger nurses' participation. Which is an appropriate activity?

An online forum that allows members to chat with each other

How should the nurse applicant respond when asked by the interviewer if he or she has any questions during the interview?

Ask the interviewer about existing continuing education programs

A nurse is preparing a curriculum vitae (CV) to submit to a prospective employer. The nurse has held several staff positions in the past. How should the nurse list these positions on the CV?

Begin with the most recent job first, then work backward to the oldest job

2Which terminal degree should a nurse pursue to become a family nurse practitioner?

DNP

2The new nurse leader in the medical-surgical unit wants to develop an effective interprofessional health care team. Which members would be included in this team?

Dietitian Chaplain Nurse informaticist Pharmacy technician

5Which roles does the nurse manager play to support mentorship programs?

Embracing a mentoring culture Encouraging teamwork in mentorshipThe nurse manager should encourage teamwork and help work through any issues that might come up in the relationship. Correct Guiding potential future nurse managersNurse managers must be willing to mentor nurses who demonstrate leadership skills to prepare them in their eventual role as future managers. Correct Providing opportunities for professional development in mentoring

5A nurse manager creates a new initiative to reduce patient falls after surgery. Which American Organization of Nurse Executives (AONE) nursing competency category is demonstrated by the nurse manager?

Health care environment

4Which benefits may a nurse manager derive from certification in a clinical specialty?

Increased payIncreased pay is one potential benefit of earning certification. A certified nurse may have more opportunities for higher paying positions than nurses without certification. Correct Personal satisfactionEarning nursing certification can lead to personal satisfaction at achieving a goal as well as working in a specialty field that a nurse has passion for. Correct Validation of skills and abilities

1Which outcomes are expected from orientation programs?

Increased resources for newly graduated nursesNewly graduated nurses and nurses transitioning into new practice areas are often given preceptors as a clinical resource. Correct Decreased turnover rates for nurses in the organizationNurses who are well equipped with training and work tools and engaged in their organization are more likely to stay. Correct Employees are well informed about their role in an organizationOrientation programs included both organization and unit-specific orientation, so nurses can understand how their daily activities fit into the overall structure of the institution. Correct Positive support to nurses transitioning from one practice setting to another

6Which statement describes a major distinction between licensure and certification?

Licensure reflects the legal status of practicing as an RN.

4Which statements support mentoring's vital role in nursing?

Mentoring decreases the rate of burnout in nurses.Nurses who feel supported in their jobs are less likely to feel burnout and become overly stressed on a regular basis. Correct Mentoring programs help to recruit and retain new nurses.People are more likely to choose and stay in the nursing profession if they know supportive environments are important and present. Correct Mentoring makes nurses become empowered if they are part of the program.Both mentor and mentee would benefit from mentorship and feel more empowered after being part of a mentorship program. Correct Mentoring is an important way to increase the development of future nurse leaders.

6The nurse manager identifies mentoring as a vital component in hiring and retaining nurses. In which aspect do mentorships benefit an organization?

New nurses will make supported decisions that increase patient safety.

3Which nursing career path requires a doctoral degree?

Nurse Researcher

5Which reasons support the nurse's participation in continuing education?

Professional growth Licensure requirements Networking opportunities

2The preceptor is in a hurry but finds out that the unit receptionist forgot to page a health care provider 15 minutes ago. While the preceptee is watching, the preceptor calmly and politely asks the unit secretary to contact the health care provider right away. Which behavior is the preceptor displaying?

Professionalism

3Which actions should the nurse manager take when facilitating a preceptorship program?

Promote a culture of teamworkThe manager should inspire the nurses by promoting a culture of teamwork, which will facilitate collaboration and preceptorships. Correct Develop training sessions for the preceptor Encourage the preceptor to ask questions or share concerns

3In which activities do professional nursing organizations demonstrate high regard for the interests of all nurses?

Providing quality nursing care for all patients Providing financial protection to members in critical areasThe ANA demonstrates high regard for nurses by ensuring that members have personal benefits, such as professional liability insurance, long-term care insurance, and financial planning, to address their welfare and protection. Correct Facilitating networking between students and nurse leadersFacilitating international networking between students and nurse leaders may be a good opportunity, doing so demonstrates the tenets of having a high regard for the nurses. Correct Providing funds for research work by exceptional nurse leaders

1A nurse wants to take on a leadership position in a hospital setting by helping new nurses become comfortable caring for multiple patients. Which actions would the nurse take to prepare for a leadership position to achieve this goal?

Seek training in evaluation of clinical competencyThe evaluation of clinical competency is an important role of a preceptor. The nurse can obtain a leadership role, such as a preceptor, by actively developing skills. Correct Volunteer to research evidence-based precepting strategiesPrecepting practices are research- and evidence-based. A nurse who wants to help assist new nurses must be willing to understand current research in effective preceptor strategies. Correct Attend a training session on providing constructive feedback Practice communication and conflict management techniques

1Which statements correctly describe specialty nursing organizations?

Specialty nursing organizations support minority nursing groups. Specialty nursing organizations support role-focused nursing groups. Specialty nursing organizations provide support to clinical specialty nursing groups.

A nurse candidate, who has limited clinical experience, is preparing for an interview. How should the nurse present this weakness when being asked about it during the interview?

Tell the interviewer about building on clinical skills learned as a student

3A 3-month preceptorship program was recently developed by several experienced preceptors for a large critical care unit. After one month, the program includes four new preceptors, two preceptees who have completed 4 weeks, and two preceptees who will be starting. Aside from experienced preceptors, who can share their perspectives and overall experience with the program, who should the nurse manager consult before commencing the next round of preceptorship?

The four new preceptors

4A mentor and mentee are meeting for the first time. Which activities would be appropriate at this time to facilitate a successful mentorship experience?

The mentor must state the frequency of contact that is acceptable. The mentee needs to express that any conflict will be discussed when it happens. Both parties must agree that termination of the relationship can happen if resolution cannot be reached, without assigning blame.

1A nurse leader developed a new clinical process that was later implemented on another nursing unit in the hospital. Which level of leadership describes this action?

The nurse is influencing nursing management.

3A graduate nurse working on a medical floor aspires to be a nurse educator. Which action demonstrates the nurse selecting a good mentor for this purpose?

The nurse selects a faculty member at the nurse's alma mater.

6A nurse is deciding between two providers of continuing education (CE) courses. What factor should the nurse consider to ensure the course is of the highest quality?

The reviews found online

5A new mentor who is reflecting on the first week of a mentoring program expresses feeling "mean" when correcting a mentee and is not sure how to relay constructive criticism. How has the new mentor used self-reflection?

To enhance self-awareness To identify areas for personal growth To gain insight into feelings related to performance

6A nurse manager is applying for appointment to a state-level nursing organization. Which personal contribution would specifically assist the nurse in securing this position?

Volunteering in the local legislative office

5Which action by the nurse leader demonstrates an effective service role?

Volunteering to teach diabetes education classes in the community

4Which activity is an example of the nurse's involvement at the local community level?

Working at a free neighborhood health fair