NBR job interviews

*blue*flower* · May 2014

As a new graduate I am preparing for job interviews. Other than having an idea of how to respond to basic interview questions, researching the company you're interviewing with and picking out something professional to wear, what do you do to prepare?

CateOfChicago · May 2014

I think you have a good plan. Also have questions ready.

Whenever someone would ask me if I knew a certain program or concept, this was my answer. I don't now but if you ask me that same question in a few days I will. I'm very resourceful and a quick learner. I always received compliments on that one when starting out. Good luck!!

*blue*flower* · May 2014

Thanks! I have a list of questions. I feel like I am prepared, but I won't know for sure until afterwards :-D.

sweettooth87 · May 2014

I would have my husband/parent/whoever interview me over and over until I got really comfortable with all my answers. Make sure to smile and try to come if as warm even if you feel really nervous, etc.

Also, if they throw out a really crazy question, know that they aren't necessarily looking for the answer, but more your thought process. For example, I was once asked how many phone lines were in the county I live in. He couldn't of cared less for the answer, he was just making sure I could think critically on the spot. I sent a follow up thank you letter for the interview and in it put the correct answer... later he told me that sealed the deal in hiring me, lol.

*blue*flower* · May 2014

Good memory @Katie619‌ ! Thanks for the specific questions!

megs1409 · May 2014

Know who you will be interviewing with and have role appropriate questions for that person. Be positive in all answers (if it would otherwise be a negative think about how you can spin it positively prior to the interview). Dress appropriately (nothing too revealing) and don't oh overboard with makeup and perfume (I always assume that whoever I'm meeting with is allergic to perfume, so normally skip perfume all together on interview day). Have a confident handshake. Seriously, practice that shit with someone. A limp handshake is a deal breaker for me!!!

Follow up with emails thanking people for their time and affirm your interest in the role and why you think you'd be a good fit. Try to bring something personal from the interview with that person into the email (if you had something in common, a favorite place to visit, activity, etc).

mommyton&e · May 2014

Katie619 said:

Nursing, right? Most of my interviews involved "what would you do in this situation?" type of questions specific to that place. I also had to take a test a few times at the beginning (I was always told before the interview) so keep looking over your books occasionally. I was asked why I wanted to work at whatever that specific place was at every single interview I went on, so know why you want to work with whatever population it is. I was also asked about my clinical skills a lot and I had to show that I could do certain skills on interviews too, so brush up on those. Good luck to you!

I am mainly a lurker but am an assistant nurse manager and have interviewed people. We ask questions such as....Describe a situation where you provided good customer service. Give an example with how you had to deal with a difficult patient/family. Give an example of how you work as part of a team.Give an example of how you handled conflict with a coworker.

For a new grad we know you might not have all these experiences in nursing school. Some new grads have given examples from nursing school, their role as a CNA, or from a previous job.

Hope that helps and good luck. Nursing is a great field to work in.

huntjul · May 2014

Know whether it's an interview only or a working interview. Dress appropriately if it's a working interview (can be a little less formal clothing since they need to be more functional). Have a few questions about the position or work place for them. Do not negotiate or mention anything related to salary, benefits, vacation you need, etc unless they bring it up first. Know where you're going so you don't get lost on the way, and plan to show up 15 minutes early in case of traffic or issues. Send a follow up note or email promptly to those who interviewed you. Besides that, have faith in your own ability to address their questions on the spot. Remember, listen well (watch body language as a PP said) and it's okay to pause to collect your thoughts before answering. Phrases like "that's a good question" will allow you time to think if you need a little longer to think.

ashleymarie512 · May 2014

Everything posted is what I would suggest.

I just had an interview for a promotion (that I didn't get lol) but the biggest piece of feedback that I received from our clinical director was that I wasn't myself. So, above all, let your wonderful personality shine through and don't over analyze or overcompensate to try to be something/someone you are not.

Good luck!!!!

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