kitty118

Thanks so much for your replies!! Generalized statements are much easier than writing about pelvic exams and STD checks:eek:!!

Hi everyone, I'm an RN currently working at a Level 1 trauma center. Trying to update my resume, and am having trouble condensing everything we do into a short paragraph. Is it best to make general statements about experience, ie "care for trauma patients with multisystem injuries" or is it better to be more detailed-ie, bullet points. I've looked at some of the sample ED resumes on line and they don't even begin to describe half of the BS we deal with!! Thanks in advance.

So what types of clinicals did you do in nursing school? Where did you do your practicum? I think you'll do great in your interviews - they know you're a new grad and they don't expect you to throw out ACLS factoids. Good luck today in your interviews, let us know how they went:p

Thanks to everyone who responded to my desparate post! Took all your suggestions into consideration and was well prepared. The NM did most of the talking (fine by me!) but I was able to tell her why I'd be a good match for her department. I will shadow an ED RN next week and I'll sure he/she will give the NM some feedback. Overall, very laidback interview. Very unlike the ones I've had in the business world ( )-thankfully. To the Grad RN - piece of cake, follow all the suggestions that everyone wrote about, especially about why you want to be an ED nurse. Ask if you shadow an RN on a busy night for a couple of hours to see what it's like. My ED allows non-employees to shadow after an interview. Good Luck! DVarmit-Glad your interview went well:) When I asked about the orientation period, the NM stated that it takes about 8 months to feel really comfortable in our ED (level 1 trauma center also) and the orientation time varies per person. Now that it's over it's time for some beers Let me know when you start your new job!

Hello everyone! I am new to this group but have been enjoying your posts very much:rotfl: I have an interview tommorrow with the NM of the ED where I currently work as a Neuro RN . Neuro is my 1st RN job and I've worked there for 2 years. I looking for some variety and change yet I loathe interviews. Can you give me an idea of what types of questions I'll be asked in the interview? I'm trying to be prepared for any question she throws my way! Thanks in advance.