interview dress code....

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Specializes in PICU, ICU, Hospice, Mgmt, DON.

I always wear a suit to an interview. Usually navy with a light pink silk shell under and maybe pearls. No other jewelry. Navy flats. Very light makeup. I carry a small purse and a leather attache with my resume and other important documents. That's it.

I would never ever wear scrubs to an interview.

By the way, I have always gotten every job I have ever interviewed for.:)

Specializes in CVICU.

I have never had a manicure in my life, and I have also gotten almost every job I've ever interviewed for.

Specializes in ER, progressive care.

Scrubs are not interview appropriate by any means. I would personally go with black slacks, a nice blouse and a black blazer. Heels or flats, depending on what you're comfortable in. Go easy on the jewelry - I think I just wore earrings because I have a tendency to play with necklaces so I thought that would be a no-no lol. Go natural on the makeup and nails - no fake nails or bright nail polish. I would not wear perfume.

You may think you will never wear those clothes again, but a lot of companies require you to wear business/business-casual attire for meetings and other things, so that professional wardrobe will come in handy. Good luck!

ICU_nurse

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Smart casual is always the way to go with interviews. Nice top, plain coloured slacks and covered in shoes (heels or flats, whatever you're more comfy in). From there, if you like you can add a vest, blazer, cardigan, jacket, or whatever else you like on top. And a nice plain bag ("nice" as in not the ratty old every day one, not "nice" as in ridiculously expensive and one you'll never use! :))

You should look well groomed. That doesn't mean you need to spend a day beforehand getting primped and preened! Just make sure nails are clean, hair is washed (and tied back/pulled up if long), and you wear minimal makeup and jewellery.

No work uniforms unless you have gone straight from work to your interview (and it's too short a time frame to change!).

Putting in abit of effort with your interview preparation (that includes practicing possible questions, doing your research on the facility/unit AND your appearance) shows respect for the interview panel and the opportunity they have given you in regards to the interview!

good luck!

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