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  1. Asst. Admin
    May 1, '12 by
    Quote from LindseyRN86
    What should I say if they say they have already made a decision and it wasn't me? Should I ask why they didn't decide on me?
    You can definitely ask because you may learn something or find out if something needs to be fixed. But keep in mind they are not obligated to give you an answer, so if they refuse to tell you why don't press the matter. Just thank them for their consideration.

    The message you left sounds good to me. Best of luck!
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  2. May 1, '12 by
    Quote from LindseyRN86
    So I called and left a message. Stating my name that I interviewed last week thanked them for the opportunity and left my number if they have any further questions. Is that ok?
    That's great. if you don't hear back, call back in a couple days. good luck.
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  3. May 1, '12 by
    Oh! Tribal council? Review your transcultural nursing... and remember that their sense of time might be different than yours, and a few days to you might mean something quite different to them! In any case, your continued interest in working there, and letting them know that might make you stand out among others that interviewed.... so I'd call every 4 or so days.

    Keep calling. A few days to them could mean anywhere from 2-3 days, to a couple weeks. The native americans I have worked with are not usually in a hurry, ever.

    Jane
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  4. May 1, '12 by
    Quote from *LadyJane*
    Oh! Tribal council? Review your transcultural nursing... and remember that their sense of time might be different than yours, and a few days to you might mean something quite different to them! In any case, your continued interest in working there, and letting them know that might make you stand out among others that interviewed.... so I'd call every 4 or so days.

    Keep calling. A few days to them could mean anywhere from 2-3 days, to a couple weeks. The native americans I have worked with are not usually in a hurry, ever.

    Jane
    Yes, most definately. I have native american family members and we say you are on tribe time when they are late to my european time. So, more than likely it will be a little later than anticipated. Thanks for reinforcing what I was thinking
  5. May 1, '12 by
    I just want to thank all of my wonderful nursing friends for giving me sound advice. I really appreciate it, my deepest gratitude. P.S. when I was interviewed I said that of course belonging to the ANA and my states nursing board I was very proud to be apart of the All Nurses Community!! You guys are the best and NURSES RULE!!!!!
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  6. May 7, '12 by
    Well, called again today...found out I did not get the job....I ask if they didn't mind disclosing why they chose against me and they stated "you were actually a first runner up but we had to go with indian preference" I understand that. Atleast I didn't do anything wrong in the interview and she said they really liked me but they had to go with their reservations preference. So I sent another thank-you letter for their time and consideration and to please keep me in mind for future positions. Thanks again all for your valuable time and encouragement.
  7. Guide
    May 7, '12 by
    I'm sorry you didn't get the job. However, I think you've developed more self-confidence in your resume and interviewing skills as a result of this experience, and that should carry you through your next interview with ease. I bet you get the very next job you apply for! Good luck to you!
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  8. May 7, '12 by
    Quote from VivaLasViejas
    I'm sorry you didn't get the job. However, I think you've developed more self-confidence in your resume and interviewing skills as a result of this experience, and that should carry you through your next interview with ease. I bet you get the very next job you apply for! Good luck to you!
    Thank-you Viva for your kind words and encouragement. I have decided to start volunteering for the clinic I want to be in and working at a food shelf and getting my ACL's done and CPR. I think that will bode well for me in my next interview!! Fingers crossed. Had a small cry today but gotta pick myself up and carry on!!!
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