LPN job shadowing question

[misskaramm]

I had an interview with a local clinic and I really love the facility and I really want/need this job. I brought three letters of recommendation, I was well dress and prepared. I got called back to meet the director of nursing and to shadow a nurse. If they like me, I'll get offered the job. The one thing I DON'T have going for me is that I am a new grad with no experience working under my own license. I really want to make a great impression. Does anyone have any tips on how I can impress them while shadowing? I feel like I should have some good questions to ask to let them know I'm interested in learning. Any advice would be helpful, Thanks!

[Glenna, LPN]

I would do a lot of listening. If you don't understand something that they are doing or something is unclear while you are there, don't be afraid to ask questions. Bring a note pad/clipboard with you and write down notes as the day goes on/when a question is being answered.

Be yourself and go with the flow. That's what I did while I was doing clinicals at a near by VA clinic. When I came back later on for an interview I was told that I was held at high regards by the staff. Now I play the waiting game to find out about this job...it's a 15 step highering process.

Once again, good luck! Knock 'em dead!

[misskaramm]

Thank you, I ended up getting the job. I did bring a notepad which I had written questions in. I ask questions and listened. Thank you for your help.