California Correctional Facility Nursing

[velourchunky1]

I am interested in attaining a job at either Salinas Valley State Prison or the Men's Colony in San Luis Obispo. I have taken the online exam ranking me at 85%, which is in tier 5. I have military experience that hopefully increases that ranking, as the top three are 100% and above. Does anyone have any experience they can relay to me in regards to this list and what the expected wait is until I am able to apply, interview for a job? Calls to the state job board and prison contact have not been returned or they have not known the answer to any questions.

[carol72]

Velourchunky - I have the PM & e mail function - would you mind sending me a note? I would like more info, if you don't mind. Thanks

[Lilmissnurse2005]

I have an Interview for 2 different prisons..and have no Idea what the Interview consists of..or What should I wear? Can someone please give me tips..the interviews are scheduled 2nd and 4th of Sept..Please Help!

[solstice944]

Hi! I, too, am applying for a job with corrections. I was wondering if you could give me any info on the interview (it's been a while since I've been interviewed). I am taking the exam today or tomorrow. Thanks!!

[velourchunky1]

I am glad to help, but two things....I applied, interviewed and did not get the job and have moved on to other things and two.... I can answer some questions about the application process but only to specific questions.

[solstice944]

velourchunky1, I would love to ask you a few questions. Could we do it via e-mail or phone? If so, how do we exchange info?

[velourchunky1]

I personally do not mind exchanging numbers or emails but I have already been counseled by the webmaster on releasing such info. So I guess, as far as I understand the rules of this website, is that we have to exchange info as we have been.

[solstice944]

I am planning on taking the test in the next couple of days and then applying. I am wondering what to expect in the interview (what type of questions they ask), and how was the test?

[solstice944]

Velourchunky1, I asked sharrie how to exchange e-mail addresses. She said I had to have 15 posts and then would be able to use the private message function which is the best way to pass info. I just signed up a couple of days ago so I don't have 15 yet. Do you??

[Nooksta]

velourchunky1, i would like to ask you some questions regarding the interview process as i have an interview date coming up with a corrections institute. I'd appreciate your help.

[healinghands209]

I too have an interview in correctional/mental health nursing (Napa State Hospital) and would appreciate it if anyone could share information about the interview. I'm a new grad and really don't know what to expect. What types of questions, any advice, etc. I am a new poster and don't have PM access. Thanks for any help

[N3xt_gal]

Hi,tcoulter. I want to know how was your interview with Napa State hospital? What do they ask? and i heard they have physical ability test too, was it that hard? i m scared with the Physical test coz i dont exercise usually so i am really scared? Can you please tell me more about it..thank you

[healinghands209]

I haven't received my results yet so I don't know for sure but I think the interview went well. I'm prohibited from disclosing the actual questions I was asked because they're standard for everyone. I will say that it wasn't nearly as bad as I thought and I was pretty nervous. If you interview make sure you review psych and basic nursing knowledge. The physical is only if you're ready for hire and I think it's just to rule out major medical issues (not like boot camp or anything!) I'll let you know when I find out my results. Are you interviewing there?