Nervous about interview

[SaderNurse05, BSN, RN]

In a nutshell, I am a second career nurse, first time around I was a medical technologist. I graduated in May of 2005, worked 6 months to the day in a very poorly supported telemetry nuit and have spen the last 18 months as a HIV case manager. I saw an ad for a job within my organization for an employee health nurse, more money and better hours. For some reason I am really nervous about this interview- mainly because I have only been in this position 18 months. On the other hand, one of the things that I feel makes me qualified for this new position is my lab experience doing point of care testing, drug screen, etc. I need some prayers that this will all work out the way it needs to, and something to say as to why I am wanting to change jobs besides the fact I feel burned out on this job. Thanks in advance!

[ICRN2008, BSN, RN]

I was also a medical technologist before I became a nurse. It is a tougher transition than I thought it would be! However, the experience you have in the lab can do nothing but help you in you nursing career :)

Job interviews can be nerve-wracking- I just went through one about a week ago. As far as why you are switching jobs, I would just tell them that you are looking for opportunities to broaden your experience and apply the skills that you learned in the lab. Play up the fact that you know about CLIA regulations, good QC practices, etc because most nurses are lacking this kind of knowledge. Good luck.- I'm sure that you'll do great!

Feel free to PM me if you ever want to compare notes :)