Midwestern University 2020

Familytime · Oct 23, 2019

Yes! Still waiting here too! ?

limartinez88 · Oct 25, 2019

When is the last interview date? I know is sometime in nov.

BRN89, BSN · Oct 25, 2019

1 hour ago, limartinez88 said:
When is the last interview date? I know is sometime in nov.

I think it is Nov. 5th

limartinez88 · Oct 25, 2019

Ahh ok, cuz i know they will send final decisions once they are done w the last interview.

Familytime · Oct 25, 2019

On 10/25/2019 at 4:42 PM, limartinez88 said:
Ahh ok, cuz i know they will send final decisions once they are done w the last interview.

Limartinez, hey sorry to bug you, i wasnt sure if the restricted call i got last time was from you or not, thanks. Looking forward to hear from you!

Familytime · Oct 29, 2019

Hey guys, I am just going to go and post this in hopes that it would help others and myself since you know... I do get nervous too. My interview will be this week and yes, like most of you, I am freaking out! As far as I know, the whole process is pretty well organized. A week prior to your scheduled interview, I got an email from MWU stating that there will be 2 groups for the interview. Although the original meeting time was at 0730; because of the assigned groups, I was asked that I can come in at a later time, 1030 to start with the introductions/orientation. Few days later, I received another notification via email and text.

Now, like most candidates (including myself), you had probably gone online and looked for tips and possible questions they could ask. Great! Although I don't know what the interviewing panel would be asking me, there is no harm in re-learning/refreshing on the things that an ICU nurse should know(drips, lines, clinical situations). Be prepared to a point where, "if IT comes out of my mouth, I should be able to explain what IT is". Remember, there is no harm in being overly prepared. After all, this is your moment to prove you are worthy of the spot.

To be honest, I had this whole speech all prepared for the panel. Yes, Ive memorized it but a mentor reminded me, "they're not looking for a generic 'you'. They are looking for the 'real' you. What are you passionate about? Talk about that and you will never loose". I like how another person reminded me that "you've made it this far because they already like what they see".

A small dose of anxiety is normal. It's okay. Give yourself a little bit of slack. We are all going to be nervous so we should just own it. Because guess what, the interview panel, they already know that. They've been in our shoes at one point. We wont be able to control the environment around us, or know how the people respond, or even predict what will happen next. What we can control though is our ability to compose ourselves in times of stress. So chins up everyone. Congratulations for making it this far. Hoping for good news for us all. And if the answer in the end is not what we hoped for, well... we strive again. There is no failure, only new lessons learned. Failure only wins when you give up on your goal.

Bunnybunbun · Oct 29, 2019

Well said girl! Good luck to everyone interviewing ~

Familytime · Oct 31, 2019

Alrighty guys, I started my day with a tour. Walked for about an hour after briefly speaking with the financial councelor. We met the SRNAs in the area and they were very very enthusiastic and encouraging. Not because the professors were there, infact the SRNAs even stayed with us the entire time answering our questions about the school and the program even though they are having their finals week. A lot of the candidates were encouraged (as am I) because there is sense of hospitality and comradery throughout. The whole thing was riduculously well organized! Its amazing.

Yes, I was still nervous the ENTIRE time but all the interviewers always had a smile despite being there for almost the whole day. During the interview, I highly suggest talking about what you are passionate about. Once you have that down, think about "why?". Why do you do that for that patient, why do you use that medication, why this intervention and not that... question yourself until youve got it down like the back of your hand. That way you can also assure yourself that, "I know I gave it my best".

Practice your answers! You dont want to stutter or ramble on and on. The typical interview last 15-30mins.. the length of time does not define whether you did well or not (words of wisdom from the interviewers). Of they sent an invite or a waitlist letter only means the school wants you! The only problem is, theres a limited slot. Out of around 350 applications this year ( higher than last year) they are interviewing the top 75 and narrow it to 34 positions. All decisions wont be announced until end of all interviews to give all applicants a fair chance. If you didnt get a call, the school and the SRNA students highly encourage you to call. They are transparent in regards to the interview results and may be able to give you an idea on where you stand.

Do I regret some of my answers? Of course! Thoughts like, "I wish there were things that I couldve said more or I wish I would've changed my answer to this or darn... i shouldnt have mentioned that" have haunted me on my drive back home. But it all boils down to, IT IS DONE. I gave it my best shot. I prayed for it and studied. None of my thoughts now, or my worries later will add any solution to my dilemma. So rest, eat and enjoy and try again. Remember, theres no such thing as failure, only lessons learned.

limartinez88 · Oct 31, 2019

I cant wait to hear final decisions, the last interview in next tuesday nov 5th so after that they will be making final decisions. Cant wait to findout what happens.

LnMaR · Nov 1, 2019

Congratulations to everyone that got an interview. I’m on the waitlist but given the numbers, 75 interviewed for 34 spots doesn’t give me much hope. I only wish great things for those that got interviewed.

Familytime thanks for the update. I was curious how many others were part of your interview? Before I heard they interviewed in groups. Was it not the same this year? Were you by yourself as an interviewee? I know you said other SRNAs were with you during the time you were on campus, but were there other candidates?

And, I know you can’t disclose interview questions but I wanted to know how many questions did they ask during your interview and how many people were part of your panel?

mmulder · Nov 4, 2019

I have an interview nov 7. Anyone else?

ccsn333 · Nov 5, 2019

22 hours ago, mmulder said:
I have an interview nov 7. Anyone else?

I am also interviewing Nov 7.