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The following are the questions that I am asking for the interview; General Background information: Gender- Educational Preparation- Work History- Memberships in Professional Organizations- Networking strategies- What characteristics should a leader possess? Do you feel as though you possess these characteristics? Are there any aspects of leadership that you feel you lack or could improve on existing qualities? How has your outlook and/or behaviors changed over the years? How do you deal with change? What do you think will be the greatest challenge for professional nurses in the next five years? How do you support or advocate new ideas? What role do you play in performance improvement initiatives? What is your role as a preceptor or mentor? Who are you students or “mentees”? Does anything motivate you to continue to precept or mentor, if so, what? Do you have a choice in being a mentor or is it expected as part of your employment?

Thanks for the heads-up!

Like everyone is saying, military time is quite simple once you get used to it. As far a a watch, I'm guessing a military watch is digital? And for me, I prefer the analog with a second hand since it makes counting HR and Resp a lot easier. And preferably the date displayed since you're always going to forget when signing and dating notes and such and won't have the time to find your phone or a calendar to check. Also, I usually get my watches at target for like $7-12; that way, they're durable enough that they won't fall apart, but cheap enough that you won't be heart broken if something happens to it.

I could not have said this better myself. Concept maps are supposed to provide a student with a way to visualize/organize their plan of care, but nurses don't do these as their day-to-day documentation. I not only had to do the 15-page care plan, but ALSO the concept maps. It was awful and it confused me until the day I asked a clinical instructor exactly what she wanted on it. That's one thing that you should take away from this; if you don't understand something, don't ask us since I'm in PA and might do it differently than wherever you're from; ask the instructor that will be grading you on this. It's better to ask than to do them wrong for the rest of your schooling. They will be more than happy to explain it to you.

I have a couple of girls in my program that are/have been in the same situation. It really depends on you, individually. Some girls find that doing question after question will kind of get you into the flow of things and it's a pretty simple solution that has worked for me personally. Others do use the tutoring approach; but if it's a matter of you knowing the material, but get so anxious with tests, this will not help. A couple girls also use earplugs during tests to drown out any distractions, and even suck on peppermint since apparently it helps to focus the mind. The most extreme case I have come across is one girl in particular who has medication for anxiety and even takes a Benadryl beforehand on account of breaking out in hives every time. I hope one of these approaches helps you and good luck!

For one of my final assignments for my BSN program (finished in December!) I have to conduct an interview with a Nursing leader which includes but is not limited to VP of Patient Care Services, Director of Nursing, Nurse Manager, Clinical Nurse Specialist, Nurse Practitioner, Charge Nurse, Team Leader or someone in another type of designated leadership position. I would just ask a few questions that have to do with your background, your view of what leadership is and the like. I would appreciate any help from anyone who qualifies. I thank you for any responses I get in advance.