Question about thankyou letter

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Specializes in ED, Rehab, LTC.

I'm writing a thankyou letter for a position I just interviewed for. I know your generally supposed to send it within 24-48 hours after the interview, but I was one of the first to be interviewed and they will not be making a decision for 3-4 weeks. Would it be okay to wait a week to send it under these circumstances???

Thanks!

Specializes in ED, Flight.

Prompt action shows you will be diligent and conscientious on the job, as well. My :twocents: is don't put it off.

Also, keep it short and sweet. Thank you for the opportunity at the interview, express your genuine desire or opinion that this is a job you would really appreciate (I hope I will have the opportunity to contribute to...:rolleyes:), please let me know if there is anything further that I should do, and I look forward to hearing from you. Don't lay it on too thick, and don't grovel.

Okay, that was more like :twocents::twocents:

Good luck!

Specializes in Cath Lab, OR, CPHN/SN, ER.
I'm writing a thankyou letter for a position I just interviewed for. I know your generally supposed to send it within 24-48 hours after the interview, but I was one of the first to be interviewed and they will not be making a decision for 3-4 weeks. Would it be okay to wait a week to send it under these circumstances???

Thanks!

I would! That will keep your name and thoughtfulness fresh in their mind when making their decision!

Specializes in ED, Rehab, LTC.

Great advice, thanks so much. I want to appear prompt, but I also am aware that a lot of people with be interviewing after me. So I think I will send it out in the next day or so. That way its not right away, but its still within a week. I hope thats okay. I really really want this position.

Thanks again

Specializes in School Nursing.

also mention that you would be honored to work in such an outstanding facility ! that always sounds good !

praiser :heartbeat

Specializes in Public Health, TB.

If possible, add something particular about the interview to help you stand out, i.e. " your hospital's mission to deliver compassionate care struck a chord with me."

Specializes in Hospital Education Coordinator.

another choice would be to thank them promptly, then in another 2 weeks send a short note to let them know you are still available and interested in the position (if you indeed are at that time).

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