Employability/ CSS Class Assignment “Qualities That Foster Life Long Career Success”

1. Lindsey is a new employee at a local hospital. During orientation it is important that she ask questions so that she is clear on all hospitals policies. By asking questions Lindsey is using what employability skill?

2. Jan works in a doctor’s office. Part of her responsibilities is to talk to, listen, and document patient histories. During this time she must use this employability skill to make sure she has all the correct information for the patient’s file.

3. Robert is a Medical Assistant. To receive any patient updates, his job requires him to come in 30 min before the shift changes. However Robert is often late because he feels that he has a 30 min safety net. Which employability does Robert need to work on?

4. When Tina reports to work in the ER, her nursing supervisor asks her to go home and change because her scrubs are wrinkled and she is wearing flip flops. This exemplifies what employability skill?

5. Jennifer works as a C.N.A at a local hospital. Jennifer stays late and often volunteers when others are sick or miss work. She enjoys to take on new challenges & responsibilities. This is an example of what employability skill?

6. Tom attends school to become a Registered Nurse. He is tested regularly on medical terminology. To study, Tom uses the internet to research medical terms. This exemplifies what employability skill?

7. Holly has plans to have dinner with her parents after work. However when she gets to work, her boss requests that she stay late in order to meet a deadline. Holly’s response to that request would be an example of?

8. As a nurse dispensing medications, Rita must be able to interpret and follow doctor’s orders. Also she has to abide by any and all hospital regulations relating to medication dispensing. Which employability skill is Rita demonstrating?

9. As Director of Nursing, Amber is constantly using this employability skill. It is her job to train new employees. Meaning she must ensure that all procedures are covered and everyone knows exactly what is expected of them. This is an example of

10. This is the backbone of our healthcare system. Treating patients in a manor that is pleasing to them is an example of what employability skill?

11. Nancy who works in a medical office is using the copier when it stops working. Nancy could call someone to fix the problem, or try to fix it herself. She decides to fix it herself because she needs the copies for a meeting. What Employability skills did she use?

12. The best example of this employability would be working in a hospital. People from various ethnic and cultural backgrounds must work together to improve the quality of life. The ability to communicate and work with a diverse population is an example of what employability skill.

13. No matter if it is in a office, hospital, or nursing home; everyone has to work together. In the healthcare system you must be efficient at working individually, and as a part of a team. Working harmoniously with your co-workers is an example of what employability skill?

ANSWERS 1. F8.C 2.E9.G 3.B10.I 4.A11.L 5.H12.K 6.M13.J 7.D