This will be my first interview ever! In my entire life!
I'm sure they will question me about being BSN and have thoughts of me jumping at a nursing job if I have the chance. I was licensed in August. Truth is, I don't feel marketable without ever having a job. I am definitely willing to relocate, but I want some job experience before I undergo that.
After much reading here in AN, I feel more dejected and desolate albeit others have job-searched for 1 or even 2 years. Many times I feel I am not cut out to be a nurse or should not be one because I don't have that "calling" or major passion. The more time I spend away from the healthcare environment, the more my fondness for nursing fades.
These fast food/entry level jobs are getting pretty competitive. I am very serious about this interview. I am VERY HAPPY to be granted this interview. I did a lot of research. They may have a few interviews and maybe in groups. What can I say about how long I expect to work there in this interview? I really want this job and I fear my BSN is going to hinder it. I believe they don't want anyone short-term (via research).
Specializes in Cardiology, Cardiothoracic Surgical.
You're intelligent enough- you wouldn't have hacked it through school, and earned a license, otherwise. I think the root issue might
be managing your anxiety. Can you see your primary care provider about that? Therapy, relaxation techniques, or even pharmacological interventions might improve your coping skills.
I think volunteering in healthcare is a great idea- what an awesome way to meet other nurses, managers and develop your networking skills! If one of them takes a liking to you, you might even ask for help with an interview, or at least practice
interviewing. And, volunteering will provide a way to get comfortable with the healthcare setting again.
I am volunteering as an RN in a local clinic (I eventually want to do some Nurses Without Borders missions), and it's been a wonderful way to learn about insurance and billing, perform clinical procedures, work on my bedside manner, and get experience with different conditions. I am mentored by an amazing retired RN who is a wealth of knowledge and experience.
I did the same thing, started waitressing while looking for a nursing job. When they asked about nursing I said "the average time to find a job as a new grad is 6-8 months" (idk if that's true) and I also said "even when I am nursing, nurses work 3-4 twelve hour shifts per week so I would love to stay here and work part time as well, I have a lot of student loans" (pshh I'm out once I get a job) but it's a solid answer, I think
I don't know if these are offered in CA. I think intern/externship was for nursing students. Experience is required for med-surge certification. I'm totally lost on nursing.
See if you have a local One Stop Unemployment office or similar department that can help you gain confidence in your interview skills. They provide opportunities to learn skills and practice mock interviews along with resume help. Good luck!
I'll keep that in mind but my first thought would be a nursing school professor because they are more specialized to nursing. I think I might have to trek all the way across town and camp outside the office for their advice.
To take a fast food job after you have failed to get an RN job after a very long time of trying makes sense.
Getting a fast food job because you are afraid of trying to get an RN job makes no sense. None.
Yes, I am scared. It's scary because I'm unconfident in myself and will be far beyond my comfort zone, but it's not easy and I'm going to have to do it.
You're intelligent enough- you wouldn't have hacked it through school, and earned a license, otherwise. I think the root issue might
be managing your anxiety. Can you see your primary care provider about that? Therapy, relaxation techniques, or even pharmacological interventions might improve your coping skills.
I think volunteering in healthcare is a great idea- what an awesome way to meet other nurses, managers and develop your networking skills! If one of them takes a liking to you, you might even ask for help with an interview, or at least practice
interviewing. And, volunteering will provide a way to get comfortable with the healthcare setting again.
I am volunteering as an RN in a local clinic (I eventually want to do some Nurses Without Borders missions), and it's been a wonderful way to learn about insurance and billing, perform clinical procedures, work on my bedside manner, and get experience with different conditions. I am mentored by an amazing retired RN who is a wealth of knowledge and experience.
Kudos to you, veteran nurses!
I will be sticking with volunteering for now. Are you a new grad? I know that you can volunteer as a RN but they usually require experience for that. I would love to do something like that.
I did the same thing, started waitressing while looking for a nursing job. When they asked about nursing I said "the average time to find a job as a new grad is 6-8 months" (idk if that's true) and I also said "even when I am nursing, nurses work 3-4 twelve hour shifts per week so I would love to stay here and work part time as well, I have a lot of student loans" (pshh I'm out once I get a job) but it's a solid answer, I think
Thanks, that's a helpful answer if I decide to go that route.
I am in the same boat I've been searching for 3 months so took on a part tine summer job as a cashier ...I am also volunteering and 3 different places just to keep my knowledge and skills up ( along with my sanity) , and working on certifications. I apply to nursing positions and had a few interviews but no luck so far, which makes depressed sometimes but I feel like something will come up eventually. So we just keep positive and keep applying. As far as apply for non nursing jobs I've started to apply to the business side of health care ....which can help me in the long run if I get a nursing job.
@swansonplace nurse residency programs are jobs for new grads, which I'm having a hard time getting. I think the military wants experience too, unless you meant going in not as RN. I would do clinicals if it was offered. I'll have to ask someone about it.
@swansonplace nurse residency programs are jobs for new grads, which I'm having a hard time getting. I think the military wants experience too, unless you meant going in not as RN. I would do clinicals if it was offered. I'll have to ask someone about it.
Double check the military. They do not expect experience. They are a special corp for nursing professionals. The extra clinicals is part of continuing education. It's another clinical course, but helps to practice skills. Keep me posted as I am a new nurse also looking around for my first job. Heads up, chin out.
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To take a fast food job after you have failed to get an RN job after a very long time of trying makes sense.
Getting a fast food job because you are afraid of trying to get an RN job makes no sense. None.