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I didn't have a medical background either, nor did about half my class. In our program, that necessitates takine a fundamentals class that basically trains you as a nursing assistant.
My suggestion is to go into your interview feeling very confident and dress professionally, no jeans & teeshirt. That comes across very well. They want someone who is sure of themselves & confident that they can do the work & be a great nurse.
I was asked why I wanted to be a nurse, what type of nursing interested me, if I wanted to bridge, could I commit myself to being there everyday, did I have any reason why it would be dificult to go to class. I was told that absences for clinicals are not tolerated. Would that be a problem? Did I have suport from my family (emotional). Those are the kind of questions mainly.
Good luck
Dixie
hiyall
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Hi there!
I'm in the applicant pool for the LPN program beginning this fall and need insight from those who've been here before.
First, the admissions interview--any advice?? What questions can I expect to be asked?
Another thing...I have great grades, great references, BUT I have NO medical background. My education is in Criminal Justice and I've worked in sales my entire life. Is now the time to get a volunteer job at the hospital?
Any advice is appreciated! Thank you!