Any tips for my Companion job interview?

allison_lpn, LPN · Mar 30, 2011

Letting them know you are flexible is a big plus!! Along with being compassionate and showing that you have a willingness to learn something new. It is also helpful to relay what goals you have and show that you are a team player. And the above all else, patient safety and privacy comes first.

ninaricci · Mar 30, 2011

Be prepared. Google what a companion does and think about the qualities/skills you have that compliment the role of a companion. be prepared to share these with your interviewer. Think about the environment and the people you will work with, health care is a team effort. What is it about you that makes you valuable to a team. Do you notice when everyone is busy and offer to help? Ask what the goals of the unit/organization are....do they need to increase patient satisfaction? Are they trying to reduce falls? Express an interest in these goals and inquire as to suggestions for your role in helping to reach them. Ask about the training program AND what resources are available after the training program...new situations will arise so where do you go for questions or education. These are just some suggestions, hope it helps. Be confident and good luck to you!!! let us know how it goes!

Tailspin · Mar 30, 2011

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Good Luck to all out there in this tough market

tyvin, BSN, RN · Mar 30, 2011

All good suggestions especially the first one. Letting them know you are all about confidentiality is a big plus. Hospitals want people who they can trust and whom can be trusted with patients details not to go blabbing all over the place. Flexibility, willingness to learn, compassion, team player and confidentiality is key.

carolbrigid · Mar 31, 2011

Well tomorrow is the big day. I want to thank each of you for your kind and helpful replies. I have wanted to work at this hospital for a long time, unsure of exactly what position, but my goal is always to care for those who are sick and provide them with with some happiness and comfort and care. I was surprised that this interview came my way, so I want to do my very best. You all have given me lots of great tips. Thank you so very much! and yes, Tailspin, it is a really tough job market. I will let you all know how my interview goes! Thank you all!

carolbrigid · Apr 13, 2011

I GOT THE JOB!!!!! Thank you all so much! I wrote down some of your suggestions and took them with me to the interview so I wouldn't forget anything. And I am even recovering from a broken hip, and walked into that interview using a cane! (Well it's been since February 14th so I am basically walking at this point and going to therapy, and my doctor said I would be able to do the job).

I can't thank you enough. I'm so excited!!! Wish me luck, but I know I'll do well. This is what I've wanted to do, take care of those who need help.

You all helped me and thank you again!

Carol