{"id":997,"date":"2019-02-14T08:52:57","date_gmt":"2019-02-14T14:52:57","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/nwtech.edu\/alvacc\/?p=997"},"modified":"2019-02-26T08:01:23","modified_gmt":"2019-02-26T14:01:23","slug":"practical-nursing-2-14-19","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/nwtech.edu\/alvacc\/practical-nursing-2-14-19\/","title":{"rendered":"Practical Nursing &#8211; 2.14.19"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3>Surveys<\/h3>\n<p>Thank you for completing the survey a few weeks ago regarding utilizing math within your program area.<\/p>\n<p>Please complete the two following surveys regarding utilizing reading and writing within your program area.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLSf1q0OnoSy76JuacHK1eRBk2FpOIlP3GHLgInj0r7eIAg71dQ\/viewform?usp=sf_link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Reading Survey<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLScNIPnlwmNl5tHb4P8BOmk6nQCgLqwsd6BiG8ugnmFY22q8ZQ\/viewform?usp=sf_link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Writing Survey<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>Resumes<\/h3>\n<p>Have you created a resume in an easy to read professional format?\u00a0 You should include a heading at the top of the resume that includes full name, full address, phone number and email address.\u00a0 Sections of your resume may include qualification summary, education, licensure, work experience, additional skills, professional memberships, community activities, honors and awards, and references.\u00a0\u00a0Be sure to use formatting that allows the reader to easily distinguish between the different sections.\u00a0 Proofread your final copy.\u00a0 Sometimes it is easier to download a document and work in Microsoft Word and then re-upload to the Google Drive than utilize Google Docs.\u00a0 You may choose whichever method is easiest for you.\u00a0 Links to sample resumes are available on the\u00a0Resumes page \u2013\u00a0\u2013\u00a0 (<a href=\"http:\/\/nwtech.edu\/alvacc\/resumes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/nwtech.edu\/alvacc\/resumes\/<\/a>) \u2013\u00a0 of the Career Center website.<\/p>\n<p><strong><em>Be sure to&#8230;..<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong><em>Put a copy of your resume in stored in the Google Drive folder I have created for you!\u00a0 Do not \u201cshare\u201d your resume with me from a different folder.\u00a0 You may need to download it and then drag it into that folder I created but have a copy of your resume stored in the folder I have shared with you.<\/em><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><em><strong>Put the most important sections towards the top of the resume.<\/strong><\/em><\/li>\n<li><em><strong>Put most recent information within the section at the top of the section.<\/strong><\/em><\/li>\n<li><em><strong>Include certifications such as WorkKeys National Career Readiness Certificate (if you scored at least a three or higher on the WorkKeys tests)<\/strong><\/em><\/li>\n<li><em><strong>Include Northwest Technology Center (not Alva Votech\u00a0 or Northwestern Technology Center) and your program name in the education section.<\/strong><\/em><\/li>\n<li><em><strong>Use an easy to read font but not the standard Times New Roman that many other people may use.<\/strong><\/em><\/li>\n<li><em><strong>Ask me to look over your resume before printing your final copy.<\/strong><\/em><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Some of the most common corrections\/suggestions for resumes include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Include hyphens or bullets to separate areas of the address and contact info in the heading section.<\/li>\n<li>An example of formatting for city, state, and zip is:\u00a0 1801 11th Street, Alva, OK 73717 which includes the comma after the name of the city with the two letters in abbreviation for state capitalized.<\/li>\n<li>Use either (580) 327-0344 as a format for telephone numbers or 580.327.0344 but not (580)-327-0344 .<\/li>\n<li>Include a qualification statement what explains what your goal is or leave it out.\u00a0 This is not a two or three word area.<\/li>\n<li>Education section should include the most recent education at the top of the list. Be sure to include the city and state of the school.<\/li>\n<li>The section headings should be in a larger font than the information in the sections.<\/li>\n<li>Be consistent with font and font sizing.\u00a0 Section headings can be a larger font than section information however the headings for all sections need to be consistent in size and font.<\/li>\n<li>Be consistent with spacing (such as spacing between sections and between bulleted items, etc.)<\/li>\n<li>Be consistent with date formats.\u00a0 If you spell out the names of months then be consistent throughout the resume.<\/li>\n<li>Information in sections should be bulleted if possible and not in sentence format.<\/li>\n<li>Include information for three references. References cannot be friends.\u00a0 Include your relationship for each reference such as instructor, previous employer, etc.<\/li>\n<li>Be consistent in capitalization.<\/li>\n<li>Be accurate in job titles and descriptions (aid, aide, nurses, nurse, etc \u2013 ex. Long-Term Care Certified Nurse Aide)<\/li>\n<li>Be consistent in tense of duties (managed, manage, assist, assisted, etc.)<\/li>\n<li>Include dates in the education section.<\/li>\n<li>Have all dates listed at the right side.\u00a0 Ask me for help with setting a right align tab.<\/li>\n<li>Include degrees or program areas in the education section.<\/li>\n<li>Include the following sections:\u00a0 Qualification Summary, Education, Licensure or Certifications, Experience (Work Experience), Professional Memberships, Community Activities (Community Service), Honors (Awards), Skills (if not included in work experience), and References<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Sample resumes\u00a0 \u2013\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/nwtech.edu\/alvacc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/nursing-student-sample-resume-baylor.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Nursing Student Sample Resume\u00a0<\/a>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/nwtech.edu\/alvacc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/Resume-For-Nursing-Student-With-Clinical-Experience.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Resume For Nursing Student With Clinical Experience<\/a><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"gallery galleryid-924 gallery-columns-3 gallery-size-large\"><\/h3>\n<dl class=\"gallery-item\">\n<dt class=\"gallery-icon portrait\"><a href=\"http:\/\/nwtech.edu\/alvacc\/computers-business-2-04-19\/emphasis-1-expanded-resume-template\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"attachment-large size-large alignnone\" src=\"http:\/\/nwtech.edu\/alvacc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/emphasis-1-expanded-resume-template.png\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" srcset=\"http:\/\/nwtech.edu\/alvacc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/emphasis-1-expanded-resume-template.png 755w, http:\/\/nwtech.edu\/alvacc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/emphasis-1-expanded-resume-template-232x300.png 232w, http:\/\/nwtech.edu\/alvacc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/emphasis-1-expanded-resume-template-700x906.png 700w\" alt=\"\" width=\"750\" height=\"971\" \/><\/a><\/dt>\n<\/dl>\n<h3 class=\"gallery galleryid-924 gallery-columns-3 gallery-size-large\"><\/h3>\n<dl class=\"gallery-item\">\n<dt><\/dt>\n<dt class=\"gallery-icon portrait\"><a href=\"http:\/\/nwtech.edu\/alvacc\/computers-business-2-04-19\/examples-of-good-resumes-for-high-school-students-first-time-resume-resume-examples-for-students-first-job-resume-examples-high-school-student-resume-cover-letter-template\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"attachment-large size-large alignnone\" src=\"http:\/\/nwtech.edu\/alvacc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/examples-of-good-resumes-for-high-school-students-first-time-resume-resume-examples-for-students-first-job-resume-examples-high-school-student-resume-cover-letter-template.jpg\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 738px) 100vw, 738px\" 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loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"attachment-large size-large alignnone\" src=\"http:\/\/nwtech.edu\/alvacc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Fastweb-First-Resume.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"750\" height=\"971\" \/><\/a><\/dt>\n<dt><\/dt>\n<\/dl>\n<h3 class=\"gallery galleryid-924 gallery-columns-3 gallery-size-large\"><\/h3>\n<dl class=\"gallery-item\">\n<dt class=\"gallery-icon portrait\"><a href=\"http:\/\/nwtech.edu\/alvacc\/computers-business-2-04-19\/good-resume-examples-for-college-students-12\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"attachment-large size-large alignnone\" src=\"http:\/\/nwtech.edu\/alvacc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/good-resume-examples-for-college-students-12.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"470\" height=\"667\" \/><\/a><\/dt>\n<\/dl>\n<h3 class=\"gallery galleryid-924 gallery-columns-3 gallery-size-large\"><\/h3>\n<dl class=\"gallery-item\">\n<dt><\/dt>\n<dt><\/dt>\n<dt class=\"gallery-icon portrait\"><a href=\"http:\/\/nwtech.edu\/alvacc\/computers-business-2-04-19\/multi-purpose-teen-resume\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"attachment-large size-large alignnone\" src=\"http:\/\/nwtech.edu\/alvacc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Multi-Purpose-Teen-Resume.png\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 382px) 100vw, 382px\" srcset=\"http:\/\/nwtech.edu\/alvacc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Multi-Purpose-Teen-Resume.png 382w, http:\/\/nwtech.edu\/alvacc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Multi-Purpose-Teen-Resume-232x300.png 232w\" alt=\"\" width=\"382\" height=\"494\" \/><\/a><\/dt>\n<dt><\/dt>\n<\/dl>\n<dl class=\"gallery-item\">\n<dt class=\"gallery-icon portrait\"><\/dt>\n<\/dl>\n<dl class=\"gallery-item\">\n<dt class=\"gallery-icon portrait\"><a href=\"http:\/\/nwtech.edu\/alvacc\/computers-business-2-04-19\/screen-shot-2019-02-03-at-9-03-23-pm\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"attachment-large size-large alignnone\" src=\"http:\/\/nwtech.edu\/alvacc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Screen-Shot-2019-02-03-at-9.03.23-PM-914x1024.png\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" srcset=\"http:\/\/nwtech.edu\/alvacc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Screen-Shot-2019-02-03-at-9.03.23-PM-914x1024.png 914w, http:\/\/nwtech.edu\/alvacc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Screen-Shot-2019-02-03-at-9.03.23-PM-268x300.png 268w, http:\/\/nwtech.edu\/alvacc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Screen-Shot-2019-02-03-at-9.03.23-PM-768x861.png 768w, http:\/\/nwtech.edu\/alvacc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Screen-Shot-2019-02-03-at-9.03.23-PM-700x785.png 700w, http:\/\/nwtech.edu\/alvacc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Screen-Shot-2019-02-03-at-9.03.23-PM.png 1060w\" alt=\"\" width=\"750\" height=\"840\" \/><\/a><\/dt>\n<dt><\/dt>\n<\/dl>\n<dl class=\"gallery-item\">\n<dt class=\"gallery-icon portrait\"><a href=\"http:\/\/nwtech.edu\/alvacc\/computers-business-2-04-19\/screen-shot-2019-02-03-at-9-05-31-pm\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"attachment-large size-large alignnone\" src=\"http:\/\/nwtech.edu\/alvacc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Screen-Shot-2019-02-03-at-9.05.31-PM-742x1024.png\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 742px) 100vw, 742px\" srcset=\"http:\/\/nwtech.edu\/alvacc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Screen-Shot-2019-02-03-at-9.05.31-PM-742x1024.png 742w, http:\/\/nwtech.edu\/alvacc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Screen-Shot-2019-02-03-at-9.05.31-PM-217x300.png 217w, http:\/\/nwtech.edu\/alvacc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Screen-Shot-2019-02-03-at-9.05.31-PM-700x966.png 700w, http:\/\/nwtech.edu\/alvacc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Screen-Shot-2019-02-03-at-9.05.31-PM.png 758w\" alt=\"\" width=\"742\" height=\"1024\" \/><\/a><\/dt>\n<dt><\/dt>\n<dt><\/dt>\n<dt><\/dt>\n<dt><\/dt>\n<dt><\/dt>\n<\/dl>\n<dl class=\"gallery-item\">\n<dt class=\"gallery-icon portrait\"><a href=\"http:\/\/nwtech.edu\/alvacc\/computers-business-2-04-19\/team-member-food-and-restaurant\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"attachment-large size-large alignnone\" src=\"http:\/\/nwtech.edu\/alvacc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/team-member-food-and-restaurant.jpg\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 618px) 100vw, 618px\" srcset=\"http:\/\/nwtech.edu\/alvacc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/team-member-food-and-restaurant.jpg 618w, http:\/\/nwtech.edu\/alvacc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/team-member-food-and-restaurant-232x300.jpg 232w\" alt=\"\" width=\"618\" height=\"800\" \/><\/a><\/dt>\n<\/dl>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Cover Letters<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Upon completion of the resume, students will start working on a cover letter.\u00a0 Information about cover letters can be found on the <a href=\"http:\/\/nwtech.edu\/alvacc\/cover-letters\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Cover Letter page<\/a>\u00a0of the Career Center website.<\/p>\n<p>Cover letters\u00a0are\u00a0important\u00a0because they tell employers the type of position you\u2019re seeking and exactly how you\u2019re qualified for it. Your\u00a0cover letter\u00a0can also explain things that your resume can\u2019t.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What is a cover letter?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>A cover letter is a one-page document that, along with\u00a0your resume, is sent with your job application. A cover letter is your chance to tell a potential employer why you\u2019re the perfect person for the position and how your skills and expertise can add value to the company. The letter should be professional but personable, and serve as a sort of introduction.<\/p>\n<p>A lot of job seekers today wonder if a cover letter is still appropriate to send with your resume\u2014and the answer is yes! Even if an employer doesn\u2019t ask for a cover letter, it couldn\u2019t hurt to send one. In fact, it\u00a0can help you get someone\u2019s attention in a different way, and it can be a great way to display your enthusiasm for the job and company.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Basic Elements of a Cover Letter<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The following should be included in the cover letter:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Your name and address preferably in the header area of letterhead that resembles or matches your resume.<\/li>\n<li>Current date.<\/li>\n<li>Name and address of the person\/company you are sending the letter to.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Greeting \u2013\u00a0<\/strong>Address your cover letter to the proper person.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Opening \u2013\u00a0<\/strong>Write a personable, inviting opening paragraph that notes which position you are applying for and how you learned of the job opening.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Achievements and Skills \u2013\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong>Highlight your past achievements as they relate to the job you\u2019re applying for.\u00a0Emphasize\u00a0additional relevant skills and certifications which show you meet the job requirements.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Closing:\u00a0<\/strong>Briefly recap your strengths as a candidate, why you want to work for the organization, a call for action or next steps, and your contact information.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Search for a job opening that resembles something you may want to pursue once you have completed your career training.\u00a0 Create a PDF file (ask me how) that has the job opening and job description.\u00a0 Drag that PDF file into the file folder I created for you on the Shared Google Drive.<\/p>\n<p>Create a letterhead using Microsoft Word that will be used in writing your cover letters.\u00a0 You will need to provide your contact information within the letterhead.\u00a0 Be creative but professional.\u00a0 Use the header and footer sections of the Microsoft Word document.\u00a0 After creating the letterhead be sure to save it and upload a copy to the Shared Google drive into the folder I created for you.<\/p>\n<p>Create a cover letter for the job opening that you have found for an acceptable career position of your choice.<\/p>\n<p>Be sure to upload your cover letter to the Shared folder on the Google Drive.<\/p>\n<div id=\"content-column\" class=\"responseContent\">\n<div class=\"intro-text-tools\">\n<div class=\"subtitle\">\n<h2>Template for writing your cover letters:<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"page-text\" class=\"clearfix\">\n<p>Use the same letterhead format you did for your resume if it is attractive which includes the following in a header section of a Microsoft Word document:\u00a0 Your Name, Street Address, City, State Zip Code, Phone Number, Email address.\u00a0 You will NOT type this information as it appears here with just commas separating each element of the header.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Date<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Individual&#8217;s Name<br \/>\nJob Title<br \/>\nName of Organization<br \/>\nStreet Address<br \/>\nCity, State Zip Code<\/p>\n<p>Dear Mr.\/Ms. WhoEver or Job Position if no name is given:<\/p>\n<p>First Paragraph: State the reason for writing. Name the specific position or type of work for which you&#8217;re applying. Mention how you learned of the opening.<\/p>\n<p>Second Paragraph: Explain why you&#8217;re interested in working for this employer and specify how you fit this position. Don&#8217;t repeat the information on your resume. Include something special or unique about yourself that will benefit the employer. Remember, the reader will consider this an example of your writing skills.<\/p>\n<p>Third Paragraph: Mention that your resume is enclosed and indicate your desire to meet with the employer. You may want to suggest alternate dates and times, or simply advise them of your flexibility to meet. Include day and evening contact information. Include a statement or question that will encourage the reader to respond. Be sure to communicate your plan to follow up. You might state that you&#8217;ll be in the area on a certain date and would like to set up a meeting, or you&#8217;ll call on a certain date to set up a meeting. Finally, thank the employer for his\/her time.<\/p>\n<p>Sincerely,<\/p>\n<p>(Your Signature in blue or black ink)<\/p>\n<p>Your name<\/p>\n<p>Enclosure<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Surveys Thank you for completing the survey a few weeks ago regarding utilizing math within your program area. Please complete the two following surveys regarding utilizing reading and writing within your program area. 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