A nurse is interviewing for a job and recently read the American Nurses Association's (ANA) recommendation for questions to ask regarding before accepting employment. Which questions should the nurse ask? (Select all that apply.)
a. Do you have flexible scheduling?
b. What are the expectations for advancement?
c. How long do staff nurses stay before resigning?
d. What is the mission of the parent organization?
e. Does the organization have a means for staff nurses to have an active role in decision making by participation and accountability for the outcomes of practice decisions.
ANS: B, C, E
Correct:
b. According to the ANA recommendations, applicants for nursing positions should ask about the opportunities for advancement exist in the organization.
c. According to the ANA recommendations, applicants for nursing positions should ask about the organization's turnover rate and average longevity of staff nurses.
e. According to the ANA recommendations, applicants for nursing positions should ask about the whether the organization has a shared governance model.
Incorrect:
a. The ANA did not recommend asking about flexible scheduling.
d. The mission of the parent organization should be researched by the applicant prior to applying, not asked of the recruiter.
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