Interviewer asking for reference letters

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Hello, this is my first post here on allnurses (yay), but I've been lurking the forums for a while and found great advice and information. so here's my question...

I recently went to an interview for an ER position and I heard back from the nurse recruiter. The ER manager interviewed me (not the recruiter), and when the nurse recruiter called she asked for 2-3 reference letters but didn't say anything about the interview. So now, I don't know what to think. Is that a good sign?

Edit: I just realized my title for this post is not right. Sorry 'bout that.

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I don't know what to think other than it seems you are in the running for the job. I would give them the reference letters and hope for the best. Good luck.

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Hey Lorie, what hospital did you interview for?

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Thanks, caliotter. I guess I needed someone to tell me that. Been out of work for months now due to relocation/tough job market. I'm a new nurse and would be very excited to work in ED.

Lucia- Harlem Hospital

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Best of luck. It definitely sounds like good news.

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I happen to know that the nurse recruiter will be returning from vacation on 7/25. Knowing firsthand, I can say that the hiring process is lacking at best. I would definitely try to contact her by phone or email. I've, been having an issue with the process myself and, I already know I've been hired. It's a mess but I hope that ends at the recruitment office. Hope that helps...

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Thanks simplyhb, I just saw your post. Can you describe the hiring process for you so far? Would appreciate it very much :)

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Hello, this is my first post here on allnurses (yay), but I've been lurking the forums for a while and found great advice and information. so here's my question...

I recently went to an interview for an ER position and I heard back from the nurse recruiter. The ER manager interviewed me (not the recruiter), and when the nurse recruiter called she asked for 2-3 reference letters but didn't say anything about the interview. So now, I don't know what to think. Is that a good sign?

Edit: I just realized my title for this post is not right. Sorry 'bout that.

After being out of school for a while it dawned on me to ask employers for a letter if I turned in my 2 weeks notice. The places I worked could only give start & end dates, salary, and eligibility for rehire....the letters gave them more info. Also- saved time to not have to call those places- and if the job was to start soon, could get a job offer at the end of the interview. :)

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