In a few words, how would you describe your work ethic?
Knowledge: Students will be able to explain the job descriptions and personal qualifications needed in various healthcare professions. Comprehension: Students will be able to analyze their own skills and interests to identify potential healthcare career paths. Analysis: Students will evaluate the importance of personal qualifications in pursuing a successful healthcare career. Evaluation: Students will reflect on their learning and demonstrate understanding through open-ended closure questions.
Learning objective:
Employment Opportunities: Opportunities available for someone to do a certain job or type of work. Personal Qualifications: The skills, knowledge, experience, and qualifications that a person has. Resume: A document that describes a person's work experience, education, skills, and other qualifications for a job.
Concepts:
In a few words, can you describe your understanding of healthcare?
Learn about different types of jobs and their requirements. Understand the importance of education, skills, and experience. Discover tools and resources that can help you prepare for future job opportunities.
Exploring Employment Opportunities and Personal Qualifications
1. Registered Nurse (RN): Job Description: Registered nurses provide direct patient care, monitor health conditions, administer medications, and collaborate with doctors and other healthckare professionals to create and implement care plans. What is one personal qualification a nurse should have and example of how its demonstrated on the job.?
Medical doctors diagnose, treat, and prevent illnesses, injuries, and diseases. They may specialize in various areas such as pediatrics, internal medicine, surgery, or psychiatry. What personal qualification does a doctor need most to be successful?
- Empathy
- Strong Communication Skills
- Leadership
- Resiliance
What personal qualifications do you think are important for someone to have in order to succeed in their desired employment opportunities?
Work together in pairs: What skills do you currently possess that could be beneficial to an employer and why?
Brain break: Draw a spaghetti monster with eyes, noodles, and meatball tentacles!
Which of the following is NOT a personal qualification?
- Job experience
- Salary expectations
- Communication skills
What does CV stand for?
- Career Vision
- Curriculum Vitae
- Cover Letter
'Problem-solving skills' is an example of what type of personal qualification?
- Soft skills
- Technical skills
- Hard skills
Which of the following is an important factor in determining employment opportunities?
- Hobbies
- Favorite color
- Education level
What does 'full-time' employment refer to?
- Working less than 40 hours per week.
- Working 40 hours per week or more.
- Working remotely from home.
Group Activity: Here are 5 real-life scenarios related to healthcare professions. Analyze the skills and qualifications required to handle those situations.