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"A few years ago, I was in the hospital and had some great nurses. It was then that I realized that it was my calling to help others as a nurse." If you wanted to mention the surgery you could; however, you don't want to get defined as the candidate who "goes on and on" about surgery. In addition, while your health history is none of their business, you want them to know this is not an ongoing issue that could create an call-off issue.
Quite frankly, when I interview, I don't ask the why you want to be a nurse question. It's a waste of my time.
I want to know why you want me to hire you. I don't care if nursing is your calling, I care if you are going to be a good fit and an exceptional value to my team. I care about the quality of work I can expect from you, and I REALLY care about about the quality of care you give my Residents.
Don't tell me why you wanted to be a Nurse. You'll lose my interest, instead, tell me what you bring to the table.
miamiabean
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Hi everyone!
So I finally graduated and scheduled for my first interview this week at my first choice hospital!
Aaaaah! I'm very scared for the "Tell me why you want to be a nurse" because I didn't actually want to be one until I had a major surgery. (Also, I'm a 2nd career student, so I'm older than your typical grad.) Do I mention the surgery or not? I'm perfectly healthy now, but I'm not too sure about the repercussions of revealing that personal info.
But, the fact of that matter is, that's why I wanted to become a nurse!
Thoughts????