Just had my first interview! Wasn't asked any questions

[anxioustotest]

Had my first interview at kindred transitional and rehabilitation. The interviewee was the DON for the facility. I was expecting to get bombarded with several interview questions, but instead she just told me about the facility, the position, the pay amount and asked me to choose 2 references out of the three that she would call. She didn't really allow me to speak. And sent me on my way and said that she would be calling back In two days. Freaking out what does these mean for me and has anyone ever have this happen to them?

[anxioustotest]

I am sorry but what do us nurses want? We complain when we get too long of an interview with too many questions and too many applicants and yet we complain when we get too few questions or not any ( and I will bet there were questions asked but you did not even realize that they were questions). So when someone makes up their moind on what we want please let me know.[/quote']

The only question she asked me was do you have any questions. But as fast as I was to open my mouth she was quick to tell me about the starting pay

[anxioustotest]

Not complaining just wondering if I got the job. My thread is for a little ease of mind

[Flatlander]

I had the same experience for first job, which turned out to be a bad fit. One possible explanation: they may hire you but not really be interested in getting to know you. Is that the environment you want? Another explanation: looking for a warm body. You fit the description. Sorry for my negative attitude, but, please interviewers, show a modicum of interest in the person in front of you. Thanks!

[Flatlander]

Yet another sterling example of failure to provide adequate training for nurses who are promoted to management positions - .

I agree. It's charitable to consider lack of training rather than lack of interest in one's duties. Could be both. If you take this job, use this knowledge to prepare yourself to establish better communication with your managers. Don't let them treat you like a non-person! (Maybe they're just really busy and a little or a lot burned out or stressed out.) Be proactive in getting to know them, making sure you are discussing your progress with them and your desire to succeed. Ask for regular appointments to do this. Don't rely solely on preceptors for regular and scheduled feedback. Preceptors don't hire and fire. In today's job climate it could still be a good opportunity and a good learning experience. Good luck!