HELP ME PLEASE, Im Scared about job interview

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:crying2: AHHHHH I feel like balling !!!! Im a brand new grad LVN and I applied for a job at a hosipital in the vent area and I told the manager on the phone that I had trach experience and had done breathing treatments and he asked about vent and I said yea, I was so confused- and i didn't- he said he didn't want people lying if they had this experience or not, and I said yea I haven't im sorry Ive seen nurses do this. I was SOOOO nevervous on the phone and he still asked me to come in for an interview tomorrow and bring my drivers license, social, lvn license and bsl card. and now I can't rember if he said the interview was at 2 or 3 AHHHHHHH!!!!!!!

What do I do???? Should I say Im sorry at the interview I was nervous?

What should I wear to the interview????? makeup advice etc?

This is my first interview- im so nervous!!! I feel doomed already!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Should I show up at 145 now? even if the interview is at 3? cuz I cant remeber if it was 2????

Please help me, I just want to call and cancel now :crying2:

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If you fibbed about the experience, which it sounds like you did because of nervousness, I would seriously consider cancelling. You could be upfront with the individual over the phone. Or you could just give him some reason. If you decide to go through with it (for the experience in interviewing) you should wear a conservative business suit with conservative hair style and makeup. Not the time to sport the holes with jeans or the tats. When the subject comes to vents, tell him you were a little nervous on the phone,.....,but,....., you are willing and eager to learn. Personally, knowing me, if I had made this boo boo, I would have to call back and cancel because I couldn't imagine how uncomfortable it would be for him to get angry and throw me out of the office when the truth is divulged. Good luck with this decision. Boy, what a pickle you are in!

Added: I reread your post and think I understand it better. If he said to come in despite the lack of experience, by all means, go for the interview. You need the experience of interviewing, even if you don't get hired. If it goes well or doesn't go well, it will be worth it.

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Ok, if I understand your post, at first you said you had vent experience, but then you corrected yourself? And he still asked you to come in for an interview? If that's the case, then I think you're off the hook -- you've already come clean and he still wants to talk to you. Just be very clear, in the interview, what things you actually have hands-on experience with yourself, what things you've only watched someone else do, and what things you haven't even watched someone do -- while simulataneously emphasizing that you are willing and eager to learn new skills.

As for not remembering the time, I think I would just call back to confirm, and say you want to double check the time.

Good luck!

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I agree w/ the OP's -if he still asked you to come in for an interview & bring all your info he probably totally understands that you were nervous.

Don't beat yourself up about it! Show up to the interview looking sharp & confident ... maybe mention that you were nervous on the phone b/c you're so eager to work for such a great facility!

I'd also call & confirm the time, or just show up @ 1:45 if you think that would be too weird.

"Wow, I got here so early, not as much traffic as I expected!" LOL

Your not going to be penalized for being early!

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Also, why would he ask me to bring all that stuff like my license social etc? do they do that to keep a record of your interview- or do they only do that if they might hire you???

I feel so stupid- I was thinking of just going at 145- since most people arive at interview early anyways, and saying I was in the area and if he would still like to interview earlier I could. And then telling him I felt really bad after getting off the phone with him yesterday- that Im a new grad and was very very nervous on the phone and that this is my first interview, and that Ive seen my instructors demonstrate alot of things in our classroom but i Havent personally worked on a vent, that i didnt mean to sound like a liar, and I want him to know exactly what I know how to do because I wouldnt want to get hired and them to think I know what Im doing when I really don't, because this could put peoples lives at risk. I apologize.

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I don't think he'd ask u to bring that stuff unless he was planning on hiring u!

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First, take a deep breath!!!!!!!

Call tomorrow morning and just say you are confirming the time for your appointment.

Ok, now for the rest of it. I agree that if you have already "come clean", you don't need to worry that you got a little confused on the phone regarding his question. And, if we are misreading this, and you haven't "come clean", go to the interview. Just say that you were nervous and misunderstood what he was asking and want to clarify your experience. Then follow the advice above: be specific about what you have and have not done.

As already said - conservative dress. If you have a suit, great. If not - a dark pair of dress pants or skirt paired with a blouse. Keep the jewlery at a minimum - a watch, small earrings if you wear them, wedding ring. Nothing else. No overpowering scents either. No chewing or eating/drinking, although it is ok to have a small bottle of water with you should you need it.

When you meet the interview, offer a firm handshake and look him in the eye. When you sit, be comfortable but sit up straight, facing him. Don't bring a large pocketbook or briefcase filled with stuff. A copy of your resume and any other papers he asked you to bring, neatly arranged in a folder that you have easy access to without having to fumble. Have a pen handy and blank paper in case you want to take notes. It is ok to ask "I'd like to take notes if that's alright" if he starts giving you details about the job.

Know a bit about the facility. Be prepared to answer why you want to work there. (example- "I really have enjoyed the work I have done with vent patients before. I feel I have great patience and compassion with this population. I enjoy the challenge of long-term chronic care".

Be prepared to "tell me a little about yourself". The interviewer does not want to know your hobbies with this question. Briefly review your nursing history and how it pertains to the current perspective job.

Be prepared to ask a question or two about the facility. A good one is always "What are looking for in the nurses on this unit?" You can always offer the willingness to seek out continuing education as necessary.

Remember that it is ok to think a minute about an answer.

End the interview, again, with a firm handshake and eye contact and thank him for his time. It is also ok to ask "what are the next steps in the interview process" so you know what to expect.

Remember to send a followup letter. This is just a brief note - "Thank you for taking the time to interview me." You can briefly bullet point your skills and how they would pertain to this job.

I know this is tough. I have just reentered the work force after having been out for ten years. And remember than no matter how it goes, you will learn from it. Be kind to yourself.

Good luck and let us know how it goes. Now go and get yourself ready!

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I don't think he'd ask u to bring that stuff unless he was planning on hiring u!

:yeahthat:[

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Sorry, I just realized you stated you are a new grad. With regard to your nursing history, you can relay what you did in class, and have a strong interest to continue in this field.

I think it's ok to apologize for your nervousness yesterday, but do it once and more on. Don't keep apologizing.

Good luck!

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Has anyone ever worked in The ICU as a nurse on the vent unit?????? Any advice on what I should know for my interview; should expect to do at the job if I get it; did you enjoy your job?

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Also, why would he ask me to bring all that stuff like my license social etc? do they do that to keep a record of your interview- or do they only do that if they might hire you???

I feel so stupid- I was thinking of just going at 145- since most people arive at interview early anyways, and saying I was in the area and if he would still like to interview earlier I could. And then telling him I felt really bad after getting off the phone with him yesterday- that Im a new grad and was very very nervous on the phone and that this is my first interview, and that Ive seen my instructors demonstrate alot of things in our classroom but i Havent personally worked on a vent, that i didnt mean to sound like a liar, and I want him to know exactly what I know how to do because I wouldnt want to get hired and them to think I know what Im doing when I really don't, because this could put peoples lives at risk. I apologize.

He told you to bring your paperwork in the anticipation that he might extend an offer and you might accept. Then you could do all the paperwork. I always take all my paperwork with me when I go on my excursions to employers. I go prepared to interview. Almost all times that I've been hired, I was hired on the spot.

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There is a sticky at the top of the home health forum about vents. You should take some time to look at it. Do an internet search now for classes on vents in your area. You might be able to attend one and get a certificate. There was one in my area and it was only $25. If you find such a class, it would be worth your while to attend whether or not you get this job. Good luck tomorrow.

You can ask if there are any formal training classes or if he knows of any third party classes. This helps show how interested you are.

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