Interview in the NICU tomorrow!!!

[jenny_lynn]

Hi everyone! I have been stalking this site for a year now and have gained so much information! I am currently an LPN with 15+ years experience ( mainly in peds home health). I graduate in May with my RN!! During clinical rotations I fell in love with the NICU! I applied and got an interview. Tomorrow!!! I am so excited and nervous! Can anyone give me some tips for what to expect during the interview? Greatly appreciate it!

[jenny_lynn]

Ok, here are some questions that I can think of off the top of my head:

Tell me about a time a situation didn't go as planned and what you did about it.

Tell me about how you demonstrate excellence.

How do you handle constructive criticism, explain the situation.

How do you handle difficult people. (mostly parents I presumed)

I was asked about how I practice safety.

She then asked me how many times I called in sick last year, and if I was late to work.

Oh, she also asked me what my classmates and teachers would say about me! That was awkward lol.

I was ready with my mental list of strengths and weaknesses, but she never asked.

Just stay calm and professional, and you will do great! If you have to think about an answer that just shows that you take your time to think things through (just don't take too long haha). I did ask her if I answered one of her questions fully to make sure she got what she needed from me.

Good luck and let me know how you do and if you get it! I'm rooting for you!!!