Of course, nursing experience is important. But you’ll have to perform well in your interview to land a great nursing job.
The most important advice I can give an interviewee is BE PROFESSIONAL. It sounds pretty simple, but many people don’t act professional (and consequently don’t get the job).
Professionalism is the number one thing Unit Managers look for. That means be on time, dress appropriately, and be prepared not only to answer questions, but also to ask good questions. The questions you ask about Clarian and the position show your level of interest and experience. Also, be polite.
Remember – the job market for nurses continues to be highly competitive in this economy. We have MANY more applicants than open nursing positions at Clarian. And how you perform in your interview matters … a lot.
And while you are remembering to be professional, don’t forget to be yourself, too. Personality also matters when it comes to joining a nursing unit.
By Lydia Ostermeier, MSN, RN, CHCR
Director of Nurse Recruitment, Retention, Workforce Development, Resource Allocation & Customer Service
losterme@clarian.org
317-962-1886
To be a registered nurse at Clarian, visit Jobs for Registered Nurses.
The most important advice I can give an interviewee is BE PROFESSIONAL. It sounds pretty simple, but many people don’t act professional (and consequently don’t get the job).
Professionalism is the number one thing Unit Managers look for. That means be on time, dress appropriately, and be prepared not only to answer questions, but also to ask good questions. The questions you ask about Clarian and the position show your level of interest and experience. Also, be polite.
Remember – the job market for nurses continues to be highly competitive in this economy. We have MANY more applicants than open nursing positions at Clarian. And how you perform in your interview matters … a lot.
And while you are remembering to be professional, don’t forget to be yourself, too. Personality also matters when it comes to joining a nursing unit.
By Lydia Ostermeier, MSN, RN, CHCR
Director of Nurse Recruitment, Retention, Workforce Development, Resource Allocation & Customer Service
losterme@clarian.org
317-962-1886
To be a registered nurse at Clarian, visit Jobs for Registered Nurses.
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