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Professional Employment Standards
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Professional Appearance
Professional appearance creates a positive impression and fosters professionalism. Clothing and uniform Personal hygiene Hair and jewelry Other 1.01 Remember elements of healthcare career decision making
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Professional Appearance
Uniform/clothing Neat, clean, wrinkle free Name badge in site Closed toe, supportive shoes Personal hygiene Avoid strong perfumes Good oral hygiene Control body odors Short, clean natural nails Hair and jewelry Long hair must be pulled back Jewelry limited to watch and stud earrings Other Avoid excessive makeup Cover tattoos 1.01 Remember elements of healthcare career decision making
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Professional Characteristics
Empathy Honesty Patience 1.01 Remember elements of healthcare career decision making
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Professional Characteristics
Enthusiasm Self-Motivation Tact Competence 1.01 Remember elements of healthcare career decision making
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1.01 Remember elements of healthcare career decision making
Job Seeking Explore job sources Identify places of employment Complete cover letter resume application interview 1.01 Remember elements of healthcare career decision making
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Job Seeking Explore job sources
Newspaper ads Friends and relatives Job fairs School counselors Employment agencies Internet 1.01 Remember elements of healthcare career decision making
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Job Seeking Identify places of employment
Hospital Private clinic Home health agency Traveling agency School/University 1.01 Remember elements of healthcare career decision making
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1.01 Remember elements of healthcare career decision making
Job Seeking Complete: Cover Letter Resume’ Application Interview 1.01 Remember elements of healthcare career decision making
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1.01 Remember elements of healthcare career decision making
Job Seeking Cover Letter Letter of introduction Usually accompanied by other employment documents 1.01 Remember elements of healthcare career decision making
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Job Seeking Cover Letter Guidelines
Typed on good quality paper Use correct spelling and grammar Include: purpose of the letter interest in the position qualifications for position contact information 1.01 Remember elements of healthcare career decision making
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1.01 Remember elements of healthcare career decision making
Job Seeking Resume’ Documents background and skills 1.01 Remember elements of healthcare career decision making
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Job Seeking Resume’ Guidelines
To include: personal identifying information career objective Education One page in length skills accomplishments work experience references 1.01 Remember elements of healthcare career decision making
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1.01 Remember elements of healthcare career decision making
Job Seeking Application Form or collection of forms provided to a potential employer indicating interests and qualifications for employment 1.01 Remember elements of healthcare career decision making
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Job Seeking Application Guidelines
Read the directions before you write Print neatly or type Use correct spelling and punctuation Use a black pen, if hand written Fill out each item neatly and completely Be sure all information is correct and truthful Proofread the completed application 1.01 Remember elements of healthcare career decision making
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1.01 Remember elements of healthcare career decision making
Job Seeking Interview Conversation where questions are asked by the interviewer to get information about the person being interviewed 1.01 Remember elements of healthcare career decision making
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Job Seeking Interview Guidelines
Have all necessary information Social Security number References contact information Dress appropriately Be prepared for questions Understand interview do’s and don'ts 1.01 Remember elements of healthcare career decision making
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Job Seeking Interview Guidelines
Do: be on time – even early be prepared for difficult questions ask questions about the position/facility send a follow up “Thank You” note 1.01 Remember elements of healthcare career decision making
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Job Seeking Interview Guidelines
Don’t: answer discriminatory questions take a cell phone into the interview chew gum during interview 1.01 Remember elements of healthcare career decision making
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Professional Attributes
Job Keeping: Professional Attributes Report to work on time Be prepared to work when you arrive Promote a positive attitude Be efficient and willing to learn Practice teamwork 1.01 Remember elements of healthcare career decision making
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Job Keeping: Professional Development
Purpose: Commitment to profession Leadership Life long learning Research Scope of practice guidelines 1.01 Remember elements of healthcare career decision making
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Job Keeping: Professional Development
Professional development is achieved through: Continuing education courses Mentors Professional journals Professional organizations 1.01 Remember elements of healthcare career decision making
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