Sharp new grad interview

linRdsNay · Apr 7, 2010

this is for the new grad program? looks like you're the first to hear anything from them...what unit did you specify?

congrats, and good luck!

HappyNurse45 · Apr 7, 2010

I applied for the residency program with rotations in PCU and Med-surg. I had a phone interview last week and have an in-person interview next week. I'm super excited and a little nervous. I feel really lucky to have gotten an interview....this is my 2nd time applying. I heard there were way more applicants this time around...1400 I think.

sweeetRN, BSN, RN · Apr 7, 2010

Wow! That's great!!! Do you mind sharing the general format of your resume and cover letter? What's your background? I'm just wondering what they look for in a candidate? If you can PM me I'd really love to talk further...

thanks!

Sunnysidegirl · Apr 7, 2010

Hello everyone,
I have an interview coming up for Sharp Grossmont's residency program and would really appreciate any information/advice/tips regarding the interview process. If any one has gone through this, I would really appreciate your help. This is my first RN interview and I am a little freaked out! I haven't been in a real interview for years.
What questions did they ask?
How many people were in the panel? Who were they (i.e. staff RNs, educators, leads etc)
How long did it last?
How long did it take them to decide who got hired?
Any information/tips/advice/words of encouragement would be greatly greatly appreciated!! Thanks so much.

Sorry if I ,may seem ignorant but what organization is Sharp Grossmont's is it a Hospital?What will your job entail?

linRdsNay · Apr 7, 2010

^^ https://www.sharp.com/jobs/students-new-grads.cfm :)

SDNURN · Apr 8, 2010

Has anybody else heard from sharp?

linRdsNay · Apr 8, 2010

nothing yet.

Gem0607 · Apr 9, 2010

Wow you really are the first one I have heard about as well. I also applied to the Grossmont Med/Surg/ Tele unit. This makes me happy and discouraged at the same time. Do you know how many they were accepting for that unit? What did you do differently this time? Also what certs do you have? Sorry so many questions.

Wall-E · Apr 11, 2010

Hi Gem0607! Have you heard anything from them yet? I also applied to their program but I did not hear from them.

Wow you really are the first one I have heard about as well. I also applied to the Grossmont Med/Surg/ Tele unit. This makes me happy and discouraged at the same time. Do you know how many they were accepting for that unit? What did you do differently this time? Also what certs do you have? Sorry so many questions.

Gem0607 · Apr 12, 2010

Hi Gem0607! Have you heard anything from them yet? I also applied to their program but I did not hear from them.

No not yet but I'm praying that something happens this week.

HappyNurse45 · Apr 12, 2010

Hey everyone!

Just to answer everyone's questions...

SweeetRN: My resume is really really basic. I listed your usual headings like objectives, education, qualifications summary, professional experience....etc. Under the qualifications summary I listed my license #, certifications (BLS, ACLS), computer programs, etc. My cover letter was pretty simple as well...I talked about why I was interested in the position and the skills/experience that I bring to the table. I went through an accelerated BSN program and most of my clinicals were at Sharp Grossmont so I think that helped a lot. Sorry I don't have PM yet....I think I have to post more or something. But I'd be happy to answer any additional questions.

Gem0607: I think what really differentiated me from the crowd was my supplemental questionnaire. I spent SOOOO much time on it...like 2 weeks. I tried to get more specific this time around. I talked about my clinical experiences instead of keeping it general (like the first time I applied). A story can go a long way in helping them remember you and showing your strengths. That was a valuable piece of advice I got from a HR lady I met at a job fair. I have my RN license this time around so I think that helps too. I have BLS and ACLS certs. I believe they are accepting 5 new grads for the residency program with rotations in med/surg and PCU/tele. So yeah it's pretty tough! Its seriously like a lottery. I feel really really really fortunate to even get an interview.

Good luck everyone!!!