Lecture 1 Career planning FC

These flashcards cover key concepts from the lecture on becoming marketable as a professional nurse, including career planning, interview strategies, and essential nursing skills.

Career Planning

The process of setting career goals and creating a plan to achieve them.

Behavioral Interview

An interview technique focused on how candidates handled past situations as predictors of future behavior.

S.T.A.R. Method

A structured approach to answering behavioral interview questions by describing Situation, Task, Action, and Result.

Job Search Strategies

Methods and plans used to find and secure a job in the nursing field.

Professionalism

The conduct or qualities characteristic of a professional person.

Resume

A formal document that summarizes an individual's professional background, skills, and education.

Cover Letter

A letter sent with a resume to provide additional context and express interest in a job.

Teamwork

The collaborative effort of a group to achieve a common goal.

Coping with Conflict

The processes and skills used to manage disputes or disagreements in a professional setting.

Initiative

The ability to assess and initiate things independently, often leading to proactive problem-solving.

Market Value

The demand for specific skills or qualifications in the job market.