New grad interview questions

NurseLoveJoy88, ASN, RN · Jul 18, 2011

Just do what you did in your phone interview. Smile, exude confidence, and simply relax.

What I do is practice answering common interview questions since I tend to jumble over my words at times. lol.

You should do fine, they must like you to call you in so know that chances are high that you may get hired.

Good luck and keep us posted !

smiggers · Jul 18, 2011

Thanks so much for the nice words.

I am so nervous but i'm thinking i will be myself and hope for the best.

Another concern i have is what to wear. i was planning on black pants small heels and a white blouse. don't really want to rush out and buy a suit.

NurseLoveJoy88, ASN, RN · Jul 18, 2011

The outfit you described should be fine. Just be comfortable too because sometimes employers like to give tours of the facility.

I usually wear a nice blouse, skirt , and low heel. I wear light make-up and neatly dressed hair. Just a professional look should suffice. The best accessory is a smile in my opinion.

ObtundedRN, BSN, RN · Jul 18, 2011

Ask them questions about their facility and their unit. You should already know a little about the facility before going in. If they are not already a magnet hospital, ask what they are currently doing to work towards it, and as a new grad and new nurse, what would you be able to do to help them. Ask them if they encourage specialty certification, and if they offer classes and financial assistance to help employees obtain their certification. Are many people in this unit members of their specialty professional organization, and do they actively go to monthly meetings? Does the hospital and unit have shared governance? How active is your unit involved in the hospital wide shared governance? How would you be able participate in shared governance as a new nurse? Does the hospital have any exciting plans for expansion, renovation, any special new programs? Does your unit actively participate in the community by volunteering? etc.

Telelizard · Jul 18, 2011

Be ready to answer why YOU are the best candidate over others and why you want to work in that facility. Good luck!

Music in My Heart · Jul 18, 2011

Specifically do NOT ask about wages, benefits, vacation, etc.

Those questions are only appropriate when directed to HR in response to a formal offer... and even then, unless you're going to attempt to negotiate (which is not wise in the present environment), I'd hold them until you show up for your first day of orientation.

smiggers · Jul 18, 2011

thanks i will stay away from them.

What should i say when or if they ask why i should be given the job over someone else???? :confused:

Crux1024 · Jul 18, 2011

thanks i will stay away from them.
What should i say when or if they ask why i should be given the job over someone else????

Answer honestly. Why do you want the job and what are your strengths? Only you know the answer to that one.

Telelizard · Jul 19, 2011

Think about your background (work or education), if you speak any other languages and just what sets you apart and like mentioned above, what your strengths are.

Also think about a few situational questions like "tell me about a time when....." I hear they've been asking these lately. Prepare a few answers, relax, be honest and you will do fine! :lol2:

smiggers · Jul 19, 2011

to be honest with you i think that when you say be yourself is good because thats is what i did today on the phone and it went well. I am hoping that they understand i will be nervous, i so want this job it is the right fit for me.

Wish me luck and thanks for all the help:)

Spydered · Jul 19, 2011

Good luck with the interview...Let us know how it goes...:)