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WishMeLuck, I got one from the nurse recruiter, then 2 from SkillSurvey. I think as long as they receive 2-3 reference surveys they will be ok.

I also got an email specifying this: Thank you for your continued interest in UCLA Health System. An important part of the hiring process is reference checking. You will be receiving an email with a link to enter in your references: 5 total, of which 3 must be current or past managers/supervisors or 4 total for select positions. Very confusing since I got an email that told me 2-3, then 4, then this says 5 or 4... Anyhow, good luck everyone!!!

If moving is an option, what state/city would you suggest?

Hey there, Best of luck on your interview! I would google The Complete Guide to Successful Interviewing for Nursing Students and Alumni. (John Hopkins University) It is a wonderful resource and I hope this helps you. As far as clinical questions, as many of the members on this website have suggested, focus on ABCs. You may want to review what you would do if your post op patient's vitals signs are going south. Or a patient is SOB due to CHF. I just had an interview and although I practiced dozens of questions, I still ran into questions I had not gone over...even in this case, practicing will help with the nerves. Invite friends/family over for lunch and have them read questions to you, and practice formulating your answers out loud. And, most importantly remember that you got this interview because you have already proven to them that you are more than qualified. This is now just an opportunity for them to get to know you as a person! (That was a great advice I got from a friend)

http://www.sharp.com/jobs/san-diego-nursing/rn-new-grad-frequently-asked-questions.cfm The application will be posted October 7 per the website, good luck everyone! Also, does anyone have advice on panel interviews specifically what to focus and prepare for clinical scenario questions for med surg/tele/step down units? I have found great information on behavioral questions through the website but not so much on scenario questions. Any advice will be greatly appreciated!!!

Hello there, I recently had an interview for an aesthetic nurse position. The questions did not pertain to any technical aspect of the position (because they were willing to train the right candidate.) At the end of the day, they are selling services so I think having great customer service and sales skills is crucial. I also recommend that you emphasize your particular interest and enthusiasm for the aesthetic nursing field and the procedures that the medspa offers. Bottom line, the success of the company relies on the ability of the nurses to not only provide great results through technical procedures, but to be able to have repeat patients who will purchase more services or to recommend the company to friends/family. Hope this helps a bit! Best of luck to you!

Hi everyone, I was wondering if anyone had any information or is working at any Outpatient Surgery Centers in San Diego. I have an interview next week but am having trouble finding a lot of information to prepare for the interview.

No problem, they said in the email that they will notify us with ample time when they decide to reschedule, so if I hear anything I will post it here.

Congratulations, Mrs Badcrumble! Also, just received an email that the information session was postponed...

Hey there, The course I took was in Escondido run by San Marcos Healthcare Learning Center. It was very thorough and the class size was perfect, there were 5 of us RNs. The majority of the course is completed online then on one day you go in for a few hours and go over central line care. Although I know it is a bit far from you, I highly recommend them!

I look forward to the information session and also to meet some fellow new grads! For additional information on Hoag and their information session please view the thread below starting page 4, hope this helps! California's 2011 New Grad Program

I received my confirmation email the next day after signing up. They even sent me 3...so perhaps they are having some technical issues...

Thank you very much for the information, Mrs. Badcrumble! When I signed up there was still 154 spots. I've heard great things about Hoag and this information session sounds like a great opportunity. Thanks again!

Congratulations, Rolliepolee and craziechiq! Good luck at Alvarado! I was wondering if on Plaksa you noticed any status changes on the "status update" section before you were interviewed. And, Lotus1972, good luck on your NCLEX, I'm sure with your positive attitude and great energy you will do great!

RnxAnnie, I am not 100% sure if they do but any job that states "experience preferred"...I would apply to. You never know what the applicant pool will look like. A new job in Perris just opened up at Kindred for part time nights that states experience preferred and their requirements are not so extensive. Good luck!!! I know we will all find jobs soon : )