That is the question the Dr. who interviewed me asked me today.
I went to the second interview I landed in one year of applications. I prepared for all kinds of questions and I researched about the company, but none of that was needed.
The interview was 7 min long. He introduced himself and asked me if I knew about dermatological nursing. I responded that I did not have direct experience, but I was eager to learn and that I learn fast. He said that they had entry level positions, so it didn't really matter if I didn't have experience. They would train me on the job.
THEN, he said that what was really stressfull in dermatological nursing was that nurses actually do a lot: Botox injections (for which he would train me), and stitches for minor surgical procedures (he would also train me on this). But the main issue here was that I would have to meet weekly with a marketing/sales/botox committee to learn/improve Botox sales techniques. And then he asked me "Are you going to be comfortable selling botox?". Of course I said yes, but as soon as I got out of the facility, I felt that, if they offered me the job and I took it, I'd be more a saleswoman than a nurse. I had the impresion that if I am not able to sell the product, I would not be a good option for this job.
I was so excited when I got the call for the interview, but now I'm not so sure. I still have to get that second call; however, I never pictured myself "selling" treatment. And what's worse, I know I shouldn't be picky after all this time of not even getting an interview, but I don't want to risk my license or the stability I have now. At least, now I have a very stable job whereas if I take this other job, and I don't meet their sales expectations, I'll be jobless.
Wow, sorry for the long post. I needed to take this out of my chest.
Does anyone agree with me that there is something wrong/missing in this nursing job I interviewed for?
Specializes in Peds/outpatient FP,derm,allergy/private duty.
I would take the job if offered, too! Hopefully you won't get attitude from people who feel sort of "what I do is real nursing" blah blah blah I get soooo tired of hearing nurses doing that to each other!
I don't believe in cosmetic sx unless it involves repair. Of course this is coming from someone who doesn't think Angelina is all that. I also realize not everybody has my natural good looks.
OMG...so over the top. I can't believe any parent would consider giving their child Botox for cosmetic reasons. We give Botox in the OR to our pediatric CP pts that suffer from contractures, but giving it simply to prepare for a pageant? Ummm...all kinds of wrong.
OMG...so over the top. I can't believe any parent would consider giving their child Botox for cosmetic reasons. We give Botox in the OR to our pediatric CP pts that suffer from contractures, but giving it simply to prepare for a pageant? Ummm...all kinds of wrong.
They're being very upfront about their practice, and what they expect of the RN hired for this position. It's not like they're somehow hiding the fact that they sell elective, cosmetic procedures.
Witc, I give you kudos for questioning whether you would be comfortable with this. Jobs are hard to find these days and many of us would jump into something we might not really want to do because we want (and need!) the paycheck.
I agree with other posters but also recognize that there is a real push with many cosmetic/dermatology practices to get the customer to buy more. If someone comes in, say, to get the frown lines between the brows Botoxed, is there going to be pressure on you to convince the person to also get the crow's feet done and Restylane fillers in the smile lines? Will it be okay for clients to say "no" or is that going to hurt you? There's a huge difference between suggesting to someone that they might consider additional sites or other services and doing a "hard sell" to just get people to spend more.
On the other hand, when you help people to look better, they often can feel better about themselves. Several years ago, after a very tough divorce, I had deep furrow lines between my brows that made me look constantly sad or angry. One day when a child in a grocery store asked him mommy why that lady (me) looked so sad, I decided to get Botox. It hurt! But the results were great. I had several treatments over the course of a couple of years and it made a huge difference in my appearance. I don't have it done anymore, partly because life is better and I'm not scowling all the time, but also because those lines pretty much disappeared----maybe because I wasn't using those muscles anymore.
I don't think the decision to get Botox or any other treatment is just vanity. It is for some people, but it really does a tremendous service for others. (Excluding 8 year-old pageant queens....)
Specializes in Peds/outpatient FP,derm,allergy/private duty.
Regarding the little girl I understand San Francisco Human Services is opening an investingation which will also investigate the online suppliers the mother said she purchased the Botox from. It's hard to stem the flood of pharmacies and suppliers online selling noxious chemicals to kids to get high (the bath salts) and Botox for children but maybe they can put a slight dent in it through publicity.
Lest we think that mother might simply be taking vanity too far I also found this bit of information as well:
In addition, Kerry waxes her daughter's legs and bikini line to get rid of peach fuzz because in her opinion it will make sure she doesn't develop pubic hair later in life.
Having all of this come to light now - at least the potential this woman has much deeper psychological issues going on -- will give Britney a larger chance of developing a healthy self image as she grows and develops.
But it's a side track -- witc - let us know how it goes!
nursel56
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I would take the job if offered, too! Hopefully you won't get attitude from people who feel sort of "what I do is real nursing" blah blah blah I get soooo tired of hearing nurses doing that to each other!