Chapter 10 - Basics
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This document provides guidance on finding a job, preparing for an interview, understanding job descriptions and requirements, continuing education, and managing stress. It recommends asking others for job leads, using the internet and newspapers to search, and bringing important documents to interviews. Employers expect professional dress and grooming at interviews and for the job. A job description outlines expectations and protects both employee and employer. Continuing education is required to remain on the state registry. Developing healthy habits can help relieve the stress of starting a new position.
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Chapter 10 - Basics
- 1. Chapter 10 Caring for Yourself
- 2. How to find jobs? Ask Marlene Internet Newspaper Find potential employers (Word of mouth, etc)
- 3. Interview During application/interview, bring important documents. DL, SS card, any certificates of achievement References (both personal and professional. Important questions to ask..lets read on pg 235
- 4. More things Online resources for Resume examples Cover page description of why you want the job Dress nicely, professionally, bathed, groomed, no jeans or shorts
- 5. Job Description What is this? An agreement between the employer and the employee. Describes what the expectations are of the position. Protects you and the employer.
- 6. Registry After passing state test, your name goes on this. Employers/future employers can check this.
- 7. CEs Continuing education CNAs need 12 hours of this per year. Employers can provide. Outside resources can provide.
- 8. Stress Need to learn how to manage. Can affect you physically and emotionally. Starting a new job can be stressful. Develop healthy habits for relieving stress Exercise Talking with friends Plan ahead in jobmake a list of what you need to do while you are learning. Remember that your job is very important and will be satisfying to you.