A student who is about to graduate is discussing the future with a nursing instructor
The instructor asks the student, "What schedule are you interested in working? What organization is near your home?" The student says that salary is the most important thing. Which response by the instructor would be appropriate? 1. "Since you have been in school for so long, the most important thing to you is to get a job that pays well."
2. "I would focus on those organizations that pay premium wages for nurses."
3. "A small difference in salary is less important than working in an organization where you can obtain your future goals."
4. "Money is not important; the job is important."
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Rationale 1: Despite what many students believe, the least important criteria for a first job is the salary.
Rationale 2: Premium wages are not the most important criteria for choosing a first job.
Rationale 3: The purpose of the first job is to learn as much as possible, perfect clinical skills, build a network of colleagues, and move towards future goals.
Rationale 4: Money is important, but it is not the most important determinant of the right job.
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