AFwife727 BSN, RN

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    Interview for allergy practice... Help!

    AFwife727 posted a topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    So I secured an interview for an RN position at an allergy practice. I had found the position on Craigslist, I think, and emailed them my resume (on the posting, it didn't say the name of the...
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    Interview for allergy practice... Help!

    AFwife727 replied to AFwife727's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Well, I didn't get the position.. I called this morning and they told me that the position has been filled. I'm a little miffed that they didn't have the decency to call me and let me know... The...
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    Is this nurse recruiter nuts or am I?

    AFwife727 replied to littlehoneybee's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    This recruiter sounds nuts to me. It sounds like a big excuse, really. With your wide range of experience on the tele floor, you should have no problem finding a job. You just need to find someone...
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    Telling an employer about pregnancy

    AFwife727 posted a topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I had an interview the other day for a doctor's office. I think it went pretty well and the lady (nursing director) seemed impressed with me but I really do not want to jump to conclusions or get my...
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    Telling an employer about pregnancy

    AFwife727 replied to AFwife727's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Thank you for your words of advice! You had some good points. I think I'm going to inform them if I receive an offer. If they don't like it, then they may not be very supportive after
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    Interview for allergy practice... Help!

    AFwife727 replied to AFwife727's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    So... interview went well! The nursing supervisor seemed to be impressed with the fact that I have my BSN and seem to come highly qualified for the position. She did ask how much I know about...
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    Interview for allergy practice... Help!

    AFwife727 replied to AFwife727's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Thank you for your valuable input! I really hope it goes well. I truly desire to work in an office environment and I thrive in quieter environments. I am doing some research on allergy nursing and...
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    New Grad: feeling defeated

    AFwife727 replied to maine28's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

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    New Grad: feeling defeated

    AFwife727 replied to maine28's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    You haven't been looking long enough. I graduated last May (2012) and still do not have a job. I've been searching since December though. Keep it up! You obviously have impressive qualifications...
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    Volunteering to get foot in the door

    AFwife727 posted a topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Has anybody volunteered in order to get their foot in the door that way? I have applied to every single hospital in the area and am applying to SNF's now and then. I am almost 4 months pregnant and...
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    Anyone ever felt like they screwed up an interview?

    AFwife727 replied to AFwife727's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    This is why I need to get into an RN residency program. The mentorship and training that is provided is most likely what I need as a new nurse. It's a shame that these programs are so competitive....
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    Anyone ever felt like they screwed up an interview?

    AFwife727 posted a topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Had an interview this morning for a SNF. The lady who interviewed me was the ADON, very nice and understanding that I'm a new grad who is trying to get someone to give me a chance. She knows her...
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    Anyone ever felt like they screwed up an interview?

    AFwife727 replied to AFwife727's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Thing is, we/she discussed the correct procedures at that time, after my answers. She really wanted to give me a chance to voice my thought process... so it wouldn't be appropriate to call back and...
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    Any RNs who got job the 'old school' way?

    AFwife727 posted a topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Hello, I am a new grad RN, graduated last May 2012 and have been searching since this past December. I am looking for ways to be more efficient in my job search and eventually nab a job... Because...
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    Any RNs who got job the 'old school' way?

    AFwife727 replied to AFwife727's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Really? Wow, that's awesome. Ambulatory surgery is actually where I want to work. Are they generally willing to hire new grads? I will have to try looking on CL. What did you specifically type in the...
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    Latest interviews...

    AFwife727 replied to AFwife727's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Thanks for your input! Do you think it's appropriate if I emailed the lady I interviewed with to ask these questions? She said that next week they'll be looking at all of the candidates before...
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    Latest interviews...

    AFwife727 posted a topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I'm an RN, BSN. Been job searching for about 7 months now. My latest interview was for a rehabilitation facility. I have experience as a nurse tech working in an acute rehab unit in a hospital....
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    Losing Hope.

    AFwife727 posted a topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I am starting to feel like I will never get a nursing job. Graduated May 2012 with my BSN and obtained RN in August. I did not seek employment right away due to many personal factors - I had just...
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    Losing Hope.

    AFwife727 replied to AFwife727's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    So.. it's been awhile. I have an interview Monday w/ this healthcare mgmt company. The 'clinical manager' found me on LinkedIn and sent a message. Asked if I knew any nurses who were looking for...
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    A new grad numbers game... just curious!

    AFwife727 replied to calivianya's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    1. How many places have you applied so far? 9 major hospitals, dozens of smaller facilities and about 10 outpatient centers 2. How many new grad postings vs. regular postings? 7-8 new grad...
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    Losing Hope.

    AFwife727 replied to AFwife727's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Yeah, I'm pretty sure I don't want to do home health. I've been out of nursing for 1 yr and I don't feel comfortable when my assessment skills aren't as
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    Cover Letter??

    AFwife727 posted a topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    So I decided to call a bunch of places and get the fax numbers to fax my resume instead of letting my applications get lost in cyber space. My question is, do I need to include a cover letter? (I am...
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    Cover Letter??

    AFwife727 replied to AFwife727's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Thank you, thank you, thank you! I needed that. Should I completely omit the paragraphs about my clinical and nurse tech
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    Cover Letter??

    AFwife727 replied to AFwife727's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Thank you for your advice! I appreciate it. I will post here the cover letter that I've been using: [My address here] May 16, 2013 [XYZ Surgery Center 0000 First Ave. S. City, FL 00000]...
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    Cover Letter??

    AFwife727 replied to AFwife727's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Thanks! Should I write a completely different cover letter specific to each place (they are all ambulatory surgery centers) or just make sure to address it to each place at the