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I have an interview tomorrow at an ENT office (as LPN). I plan on wearing a simple Black and Tan stripped cotton dress with a belt, and a black sweater over it, along with black tights and tan flats. Would this be professional enough? Or should I get some slacks? Thank you for any responses!! I need a job!!

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A suit

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Specializes in Peds/outpatient FP,derm,allergy/private duty.

Hi April, I think that if the stripes are understated your outfit will be fine. Interview attire should mostly be neat, fit well and be something you feel comfortable in so you won't fuss or worry about it during the interview.

A suit is not always the best choice, and a quick search of allnurses for "business casual" will give you lots of ideas, suggestions and opinions from hiring managers.

Best wishes to you!

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Specializes in Trauma ICU.

I think a suits not always the best thing to wear. If you don't feel comfortable they will notice. I always wore sth not casual but not too business like. Just to feel comfortable yet look professional.

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In all my careers a suit never served me wrong. It shows professionalism. You can't ever go wrong with that. I have had interviewers (for nursing) tell me I was one of only a few people who wore suits and they were impressed with my professional appearance. I got those jobs. I get not feeling comfortable in one (who does except for Barney Stinson) but I would always rather be over prepared and overdressed for an interview that under.

Just my thoughts. Everyone gave good input. Best if luck to you!!

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Specializes in Complex pedi to LTC/SA & now a manager.

I think if you swap the tan flats for black flats you will look more professional. If the stripes are more pin stripe than 1" stripes it's a little better but either one can be professional

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Don't forget to send a "thank you" for the interview letter. All the best to you.

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Sounds all right. However.. dress for the position that is held by the interviewer.

Hope you have a "job interview jacket". I used the same gray , fancy dancy one for all of my interviews.

Best of luck to you! Let us know how it went.

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Never heard of a thank you card. Interesting. Thanks.

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[/img] thank you all so much. I did not have time to go buy slacks or suit today so I hope my hard worker skills show through and the dress works. Thanks again!!

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Never heard of a thank you card. Interesting. Thanks.

You are serious??? It is a HUGE action, and often makes the difference between getting the job or not, especially if things are close. It is professional, shows respect for the interviewer's time (they SUCK time and energy out of a manager's day) and gives YOU a chance to remind them who you are, why you would be great for the job, and how much you want it!!!

In over 90% of the professional positions I have held, in and out of nursing, I have later seen my "Thank You" IN MY PERSONNEL file!!!

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You are serious??? It is a HUGE action, and often makes the difference between getting the job or not, especially if things are close. It is professional, shows respect for the interviewer's time (they SUCK time and energy out of a manager's day) and gives YOU a chance to remind them who you are, why you would be great for the job, and how much you want it!!!

In over 90% of the professional positions I have held, in and out of nursing, I have later seen my "Thank You" IN MY PERSONNEL file!!!

I had one HR person tell me that she hates thank you notes because it's just more clutter and paper to deal with, and if she receives a thank you note she will find the corresponding resume and throw them both in the trash. I've never sent a thank you note. I have followed up with a thank you email and it was a pleasure to meet you and I eagerly await your response and am excited to begin working with you, but never a note in the mail.

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