CHW Bakersfield Memorial new grad interview process

[SFnewRN]

Hello,

I received a phone call from Bakersfield Memorial saying that I will need to complete an assessment via email and from there we will schedule an interview for the new grad program. I asked what the assessment entails and the recruiter told me that it was as assessment of my critical thinking. Has anyone ever had this type of exam/assessment before scheduling an interview (specifically with CHW Bakersfield Mem) and if so, what can I expect? Should I brush up on NCLEX style questions, dosage calculation, any words of wisdom so that I don't take this "assessment" blind, thanks!

[TheCommuter, BSN, RN]

I would think that you should brush up on priority-style situations that would measure your ability to critically think (for instance: Which patient should I see first? To which matter should I attend first? Which situation takes priority, and why is it the priority?).

A prudent nurse would make it a priority to see the patient with respiratory distress first and foremost before seeing the stable total knee replacement patient. Do you see where I am going with all of this? It's not about rote memorization of facts.

Good luck to you!

By the way, I lived in Bakersfield for two years and loved it. I wish I could move back to CA, but the nursing job situation is hindering that plan for now.

[SFnewRN]

Thanks for the insight Commuter. I do have plans to brush up on my priority questions, but it's been a while since the NCLEX and since I had to think in that mode. Your advice is much appreciated!

Now that I think about it, my question is more geared towards: IF I DON'T DO WELL ON THE ASSESSMENT WILL I STILL GET THE CHANCE TO INTERVIEW? Not sure if anyone has gone thru Baker.Mem interview process and knows the answer to this. Thanks!

[Neveranurseagain, RN]

I found the nursing care at Bakersfield Memorial to be really scary. They have alot of travelers because the staff does not stay very long....

Wouldn't even send my pup there!

[Neveranurseagain, RN]

CHW Bakersfield Memorial had 58 deficiencies in last year's inspection survey.

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[SFnewRN]

Yikes! What is your relationship with Bakersfield Memorial, or how do you know of their lack of quality? Did you work or travel there yourself??

[SFnewRN]

awsmfun, i can't send private messages yet but i wanted to extend my sympathies to you. i love nursing and i have worked very hard to become an r.n. and a key concern when going on an interview is, "what is the quality of care like?". as a new rn with literally no actual experience i want to learn from the best and be the best nurse i can be. i am, in fact, desperate at this point but i want to you thank you for keeping my eyes open as sometimes my perspective is very narrow when i see a job opportunity.

[kristinecruz7]

awsmfun, i can't send private messages yet but i wanted to extend my sympathies to you. i love nursing and i have worked very hard to become an r.n. and a key concern when going on an interview is, "what is the quality of care like?". as a new rn with literally no actual experience i want to learn from the best and be the best nurse i can be. i am, in fact, desperate at this point but i want to you thank you for keeping my eyes open as sometimes my perspective is very narrow when i see a job opportunity.

hi i would just like to ask if you were able to find a job? i know it has been three months already since you posted your message... i just got my license last feb and i am already losing hope in this process.. all facilities including post-acute care and urgent care are now requireing atleast 1 year of acute care experience.. this is hopeless