How soon too call after interview??

lifejourney · May 16, 2006

After the interview, did they give you an idea how long they would need to make a decision? If not, it may be appropriate to call and check the status of things. All things considered, I think employers know that a person needs as much time as possible to make arrangements for a new job, be it leaving an old job, childcare changes, etc. You have waited a few days... If it were me, I'd probably call. And, if you aren't comfortable with that, I would send a written thank you note either in the mail today or by email for the opportunity to interview, etc. In some way, I would communicate with them even if they haven't communicated with me yet.

Good luck, and I hope you get the job!

luvmy2angels · May 16, 2006

She said the whole hiring process takes about 2 weeks, but she also said that they were looking at a start date for me of June 1. I hate the "waiting game". I think I gained 10 pounds last week the 2 days I was waiting for my NCLEX results, I don't think I can afford to wait anymore!! :lol2:

lifejourney · May 16, 2006

If they said two weeks, I probably would not call. I would, however, drop a thank you note in the mail saying thanks for the opportunity to interview and that you are excited about possibly working there.

I know it's hard to wait. I am in the process of changing jobs, getting out of hospital nursing for awhile. I know exactly what you are going through. But, if they tell you upfront that the hiring process is two weeks, you just have to kind of hang in there as best you can. I know it must be even harder considering the NCLEX waiting you just did. Try to focus on something other than the job, especially since there is nothing that you can do from your end until they call.

Good luck.

beautifulb · May 16, 2006

I would send a thank you letter first and then if there was no response within 2 weeks I would call. I know it is hard to wait but you don't want to be too pushy.

I hope you get the job!

Midwest4me · May 16, 2006

I hope you get the job! I, like others here, would recommend dropping off a "thank you card" (right away if you haven't already), highlighting your strengths, some reminder of who you are to refresh their memory. At the 2-wk deadline call them, re-emphasize your interest. Good luck---let us know what happens, ok?

Boston-RN, RN · May 16, 2006

Yup.....BIG point is to drop a Thank You card in the mail ASAP...if that has not be done you should do it pronto....that is a biggie.

And I wouldn't call before the time they said it takes for them to finalize....it might seem like you didn't listen or care

jellybeanmead · May 16, 2006

Thank you card is good. But you know what, be careful of the nurse recruiter. I had an interview in the ER and it went well. Then the nurse recruiter sent me an e-mail saying the people in the ER thought the interview went well but there were unsure of my impression of their ER. Well, I wrote back to the recruiter showing my gratitude and interest. (I had already e-mail a thank you letter to the clinical manager and everything). However, the recruiter never called me back and never e-mailed me back. So, after 3 e-mails, 3 phone calls, and 3 weeks; I called the clinical manager myself and she told me she would accept me as an extern until I took boards. Then the nurse recruiter calls me like nothing every happened. However, you do have to give it time, but dont let too much time pass. Just thought I would share that with you. I hope you get the position!!! <:>

shotnbum · May 17, 2006

I would definitely send the thank you note. As a Nurse Recruiter, I recommend this step to all the applicants I interview!

shotnbum · May 17, 2006

Luvmy2Angels,

After reading your first post, I have one more thought...I would recommend you touch base with the Nurse Recruiter if more than five business days have passed since the interview. You will need to be very diplomatic and not pushy when you do this. Perhaps the you could say " I know you are very busy but I would like to follow up on the position I interviewed for on Thursday. So I can plan for the next few weeks, can you tell me when the final decision will be made by the Hiring Manager?" It is part of the Recruiter's job to follow up with any potential new employees. I, for one, appreciate it if someone I have interviewed calls or emails me and lets me know if they are under a time constraint . Do you have the Recruiters email address? I know I prefer this method of communication because I get upwards of 60 phone calls per day. If you do contact and follow up via phone, please leave only ONE message. At times, I have applicants call 3-5 times in a day and this only slows me down as far as following up on the phone calls.

On the thank you note....there have been a few times when I have received a thank you from someone I have done a screening interview with. I REALLY appreciate them. And guess what? I email the Hiring Manager and let them know how thoughtful this applicant was. It reflects on you as a person and may help you get a position.

Of course, the above is what I prefer. Most of all, be professional and diplomatic when you approach the Recruiter.

Good luck on the job!!! I hope you get it!!

Shotnbum RN,BSN

(Nurse Recruiter by day....RN 24/7)

Sylv · Jun 20, 2006

What's the best thing to say in the email?

Dear Mr Jones, thank you for the interview. I look forward to hearing from you. Nancy Nurse

Or is that enough?

Had never heard of doing this until recently. Had never done it in the past.

But if that's what it takes....

catlady, BSN, RN · Jun 21, 2006

What's the best thing to say in the email?
Dear Mr Jones, thank you for the interview. I look forward to hearing from you. Nancy Nurse
Or is that enough?
Had never heard of doing this until recently. Had never done it in the past.
But if that's what it takes....

You could be a little more specific in your thanks, and let them know you're still interested in the position. And I always send it to the hiring manager, rather than the recruiter.

Dear Mr. Jones:

Thank you for taking time from your busy day to discuss with me the available nursing opportunity on your floor. I especially enjoyed hearing about the department's plans for expanding the telemetry unit, and am eager to become a part of your professional team. I look forward to your hiring decision.

Sincerely,

Nancy Nurse, RN