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■Recent mergers and acquisitions
■The prospective employer’s Web site for current
news releases

You also need to review your qualifications for the
position. What does your interviewer want to know
about you? Consider the following:

■Why should I hire you?
■What kind of employee will you be?
■Will you get things done?
■How much will you cost the company?

■How long will you stay?

■What have you not told us about your weak-

nesses?

Answering Questions

The interviewer may ask background questions,

professional questions, and personal questions. If

you are especially nervous about interviewing, role-

play your interview with a friend or family member

acting as the interviewer. Have this person help you

evaluate not just what you say but how you say it.

5734 Foster Road

Middleton, Indiana 46204

April 15, 2009

Ms. Martha Berrero

Human Resources Manager

All Care Nursing Center

4431 Lakeside Drive

Middleton, Indiana 46204

Dear Ms. Berrero:

I am applying for the registered nurse position that was advertised in the Fort Lauderdale News on April 14. The

position seems to fit very well with my education, experience, and career interests.

Your position requires interest and experience in caring for the elderly and in IV certification. In addition to

my clinical experience in the nursing program at Howard Community College (HCC), I worked as a certified

nursing assistant at Howard Community Hospital 25 hours/week during the 2 years I was enrolled in the HCC

nursing program. My responsibilities included assisting the elderly clients with activities of daily living,

including special range-of-motion and reambulation exercises. The experience of serving as a team member

under the supervision of the registered nurse and physical therapist has been invaluable. I am currently enrolled

in several continuing education courses at HCC. My enclosed résumé provides more details about my

qualifications and education.

My background and career goals seem to match your job requirements. I am confident that I can perform the

duties of a registered nurse at All Care Nursing Center. I am genuinely interested in pursuing a nursing career in

care of the aging. Your agency has an excellent reputation in the community, and your parent company is

likewise highly respected.

I am requesting a personal interview to discuss the possibilities of employment. I will call you during the week

of April 21 to request an appointment. Should you need to reach me, please call 907-123-4567 or e-mail me at

[email protected]. My telephone has an answering machine. I will return your call or e-mail promptly.

Thank you for your consideration. I look forward to talking with you.

Sincerely yours,

Delores Wheatley

Figure 14.2Sample cover letter.