How do you excell at peer interviews as a new nurse?

[Capricorn_RN]

I have just got my license as a RN. Starting Monday, I applied to a job a day. On Wednesday only after 3 hours of submitting my application I was called in for an interview. The hospital is a magna facility. I have over ten years CNA and five years certified medication aid with advanced nasogastric. I have never been to an interview like this with a group of educated, trained professionals asking me questions. What are they going to ask? does the way I look matter? Is honesty always the best policy? My peers bombed several interviews prior to getting the job. I really think this job could be a great learning experience and it is a wonderful Hospital. I want the job! any advice?

[NurseOnAMotorcycle, ASN, RN]

Congratulations! Just dress as you would for any interview and go in as relaxed and confident as you can. Be super honest that you know you are a graduate RN. Focus on the idea that there are no bad habits to train you out of and they can train you to their protocols.

[Capricorn_RN]

That is True we haven't developed bad habits. A handful of my peers have gone on these interviews and bombed! they didn't get the first job. I have been told to pause and think about my response to each question. I have a backup interview scheduled at another facility. One of my peers finally landed the NICU job of her dreams after 30 interviews. I found a post with possible questions but I still after reading them feel unprepared. I have reviewed the facility and know the questions I want to ask. I was actually wanting to know if anyone has been involved in these and what you thought of some qualified candidates responses that made them undesirable?

[NurseOnAMotorcycle, ASN, RN]

Here are some great "do nots"... https://allnurses.com/nurse-colleague-patient/worst-interview-ever-906959.html

[Capricorn_RN]

I read some of those I don't think I could ever do that bad! Thank you so much for your post! I just want to be prepared! I was thinking I may say umm... or stutter though a shock or code question. I am great on one on one interviews but have never sat in front of a group basically judging every word from my mouth. I pray that I am clear in my responses. I am sorry to say this but I hope I am up against someone like that for this position. I feel a little inadequate as a new grad and hope only new grads applied. The competition for these positions intimidates me. I really want the experience and to learn as much as I can, develop solid routine and confidence in my patient care. Again Thank You so much NurseOnAMotorcycle for helping me with my confidence which is hard for new grads!