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    Professionalism in health care : a primer for career success / Sherry Makely ; contributing authors, Vanessa J. Austin, Quay Kester.

    • Title:Professionalism in health care : a primer for career success / Sherry Makely ; contributing authors, Vanessa J. Austin, Quay Kester.
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    • Author/Creator:Makely, Sherry.
    • Other Contributors/Collections:Austin, Vanessa J.
      Kester, Quay.
    • Published/Created:Boston : Pearson, ©2013.
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    • Library of Congress Subjects:Medical personnel--Professional ethics.
      Medical care--Quality control.
    • Medical Subjects: Health Occupations.
      Professional Competence.
      Career Mobility.
      Ethics, Professional.
      Interprofessional Relations.
    • Edition:4th ed.
    • Description:xviii, 238 pages : color illustrations ; 23 cm
    • Summary:"Professionalism in Health Care: A Primer for Career Success " - Publisher.
    • Notes:Includes index.
    • ISBN:9780132840101
      0132840103
    • Contents:Machine generated contents note: ch. One Health Care Industry and Your Role
      Working in Health Care
      Health Care as a Business
      Impact of the Baby Boomer Population
      Improving the Nation's Health Care System
      Big Picture and Where You Fit In
      Learning Activities
      ch. Two Your Work Ethic and Performance
      Making a Commitment to Your Job
      Developing a Strong Work Ethic
      Representing Your Employer
      Evaluating Your Performance
      Learning Activities
      ch. Three Personal Traits of the Health Care Professional
      Character and Personal Values
      Character Traits
      Reputation
      Judgment
      Conscience
      Trust
      Honesty
      Ethics
      Ethical, Moral, and Legal Dilemmas
      Learning Activities
      ch. Four Relationships, Teamwork, and Communication Skills
      Interpersonal Relationships
      Teams and Teamwork
      Communication Skills
      Learning Activities
      ch. Five Cultural Competence and Patient Care / Quay Kester
      Diversity and Culture
      Working with Patients
      Working with Doctors, Guests, and Vendors
      Learning Activities
      ch. Six Professionalism and Your Personal Life
      Personal Image
      Personal Health and Wellness
      Personal Management Skills
      Learning Activities
      ch. Seven Practicum Experience / Vanessa J. Austin
      Purpose of a Practicum
      Benefits of a Practicum Experience
      Preparing for Your Practicum
      During Your Practicum
      Ensuring Success on Your Practicum
      After Your Practicum
      Learning Activities
      ch. Eight Employment, Leadership, and Career Development
      Job-Seeking Skills
      Applying for Jobs
      Interviews
      Becoming a Professional Leader
      Career Development
      Learning Activities
      In Summary
      Glossary of Terms
      Appendices
      A. Sample Job Description
      B. Sample Performance Evaluation
      C. Sample Resume
      D. Sample Resume Cover Letter
      E. Sample Job Application Form
      F. Sample Interview Follow-Up Letter
      G. Sample Practicum Journal
      H. Sample Practicum Thank You Letter.
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