What should the nurse take to the job interview? (Select all that apply.)
1.
LPN license
2.
Cardiopulmonary certification
3.
Immunization record
4.
Transcripts from nursing school
5.
Instructor's evaluation of clinical performance
ANS: 1, 2, 3
The nurse should take a copy of the LPN license as well as the original. CPR certification and any other certifications should be taken to the job interview, as well as immunization record, including the TB skin test if less than a year old.
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