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Hello, hennesm81 That's a very good choice. You seem like you're fully aware of what you want from your career and you also know the steps you have to take in this regard. You could go for the part-time option and later on go for a specialized internship as well.

If that was the official interview, then you should wait about a week to check your status. Questions: did you hand them a CV, what did the "interview" consist of? Did you fill in a job application form? With career fairs, you never know if that was the real thing or just a possible selection or resume gathering. Anyway, letters of continuing interest

Have you followed-up after your last interview? This step is very very important so you might as well do it now: Also, do not blame this non-active period of your job searching process on the fact that you have decided to take summer off...As the poster above mentioned, you could be called back after one day, after a week, after a couple of weeks or never so... I suggest not to stay and wait for an answer, but to continue applying to other jobs and you could also improve your interview technique. Leave frustrations aside.

You know it better. It also depends on what you have acknowledged up to now and what you want to become specialized in. Everywhere is hard at the beginning.

Well, taking into account you're gonna be a beginner, you'll just have to become a very good negotiator if you want good results. There are some rules when it comes to the negotiation of your salary/benefits. About the raise, you're going to have to negotiate that too, but when the moment comes. Usually, no chance in the first 6 months.

Well, why not fill in all 3? So what if they are the same as the ones in your resume?

The poster above has a point. There is a contract you sign with a second job, a contract which stipulates a number of hours of work. You'll be fine maybe in the first two weeks, but it will definitely get harder after. So go for a part-time option. How about an internship? http://www.cvtips.com/specialized_international_internships.html And you'll see after that.

Oh, you should definitely go for the snail mail option. Congratulations on your interview. Nothing wrong with sending the thank you letter via e-mail. It is faster and more effective.

Well, if you want to increase your experience area in your resume ( ), you'll have to do various activities and I suggest starting with some voluntary work (you don't have to do that for a long time, just gather some 50-60 hours in a private clinic or in a state hospital, NGO etc), a good internship and some work after that.

Not only is that a good idea, it is almost compulsory For your future's health that is, inside that hospital/clinic. It doesn't matter we're talking about a part time job in here....you've been given an opportunity, you might as well thank for it, right? So good thinking, go with the thank you letter

Well, first you must convince yourself you've got it to become a nurse, then you've got to have some degree (take some courses, an internship maybe), then you gotta pick a specialty...It's an entire road...

When it comes to choosing between two offers, it's all about your priorities in life and your perspectives for the future. It really depends on what you want to be in the future. And it also depends on your personality. I mean what would to like to do best - to be the best at one thing or to evolute and try to polish yourself in other directions as well?

Yes, it's a good thing you want to check it out at least, who knows, this could be a good second job, even if part time. Ok...about the way you dress, it doesn't matter you're applying for a job in a jail, you still have to look professional, so... And about the questions you should ask, think well before going to the interview. Don't ask more than two, three maximum. Let the questions relate to your relationship with and performance within the company.

Hi, I'm going to try to help you with some information about the agencies. But first, something about your situation. Taking into account that you're 54 and your previous job profile had nothing to do with nursing, imagine how difficult it would be for you land an interview and get a job. Experience...well, you can gain experience in the domain by various ways, among which volunteering and internship.

Lavender, are you sure you want to become a nurse? I mean there are advantages and disadvantages and there's always the skills and knowledge which you must have. From what you have done upto now I wouldn't say you'd fit in this field. I mean you could learn and stuff but.... I really believe you have to analyze all things related to the nurse issue:

Listen, the way you have manages to make us understand your situation (I did, you have explained it very well) it is very good. You will just have to tell the prospective employer you need a couple of days to think about it, consider all aspects etc etc. He/She'll understand, it is a natural thing. Of course, don't take more than two days. Good luck!

Hi, July... well...if you are already a student nurse, this means that you have made your decision by now and want to pursue this career. But are you aware of what you need to become a nurse? Also, are you considering specilizing yourself into something? In what?

Of course it is worth trying!!! And listen, if you have missed the first train, there's always the next one. I would even recommend you to try the cold contact technique when searching for a job. Meaning apply for jobs which are not advertised. Just pick a hospital or a clinic and hand in a cover letter in which you express your intention

Believe it or not, a group interview is more stressful than a panel interview, mostly because you'll be in the same room with all the candidates and you have to act properly, in order both to stand out of the crows and not to appear desperate and pushy. Nevertheless, the qualities of a candidate for a certain position are better viewed in this manner. Good luck!

You know, the biggest problem with every job seeker is the lack of experience. But you would be surprised to find out that there are actually many things you have done in the past which can be considered as part of your working experience. It's just the way you word everything

First, be sure you want to do this and you are ABLE to do this. Then, you can gain experience by doing various things, among which, the most effective is the voluntary work and the internship. Make your pick and start searching for a place to apply.

Hi shonzz, This happens with most of the job offers. The employers tend to hire people which are experienced. Especially that you are a foreigner who wants to enter the US work force. They all request working experience... Now I'm thinking you must have done some things while you have studied, things which, surprise! , can be considered as being part of your experience as a nurse. Also, you can make it look good in your cv by presenting that experience in a right way: Another thing. Consider having an internship in the US. This helps a lot.

The truth is that this might be one of the most encountered problem with students about to graduate. Taking into account that you are still in school now, you can display your clinical experience both as part of your clinical education and as part of your clinical experience. Quite convenient. Good luck!