You are offered an opportunity to take a temporary leave from ...

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You are offered an opportunity to take a temporary leave from your position as a nurse manager to lead a technology implementation project.
 
  Which of the following reasons for accepting the opportunity is most consistent with developing a solid career path?
 
  a. You are pressured to do so by your supervisor.
  b. The organization has no other suitable candidate for the position.
  c. You have limited knowledge of information technology and no real interest, but this will increase your knowledge.
  d. Accepting a position outside of your established skill set may establish you organizationally as an innovative, adaptable leader.

Question 2

An experienced staff nurse applies for a distinct position of patient advocate at a new clinic. Based on the various tools available to her, which of the following should she bring to her interview to best present her skills?
 
  a. Rsum
  b. Annual evaluations
  c. Portfolio
  d. Patient advocacy project

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
Although giving into organizational or supervisory pressure may bring an enhanced learning and organizational profile, what is to be gained needs to be assessed against your career goals, interest, and aspirations. Increasing and expanding your skill set within defined career interests is a valid reason to consider a chance opportunity.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
A portfolio enables prospective employers to view evidence of significant achievements and responsibilities that would be pertinent to the position.

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