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Answering “Gotcha” Questions at Nursing Job Interviews

Thursday, December 15th, 2011

The most difficult questions in any interview for a job are those designed to throw you for a loop.  When an asks you what your worst trait is, and you’re not prepared, things can be disastrous.  So, you need to have a game plan for these questions as well.

You have two options: 

1) Pick a positive that could have negative impacts, and emphasize the positives.  If you’re hard-charging and sometimes miss details, you can focus on your single-minded determination.  Or, if you are very blunt, you can show how your honesty benefited one of your previous employers.

Nursing Jobs: Chronological Vs Functional Resumes

Thursday, October 6th, 2011

jobs are bountiful in some areas, but can be harder to find in others.  In either case, applicants are looking for any edge during the hiring process.  And the type of resume you use for jobs may just make the difference in getting an interview.

Let’s start with the types.  Most people use a , which presents your experience job by job, starting from your most recent position and working your way back.  These resumes tend to work best for nurses and healthcare professionals who have worked in the field their entire lives, and have a few years of experience.  But what if you’re looking for nursing jobs and that doesn’t describe your background?  There’s another option.

Handling the Tough Questions in Nursing Jobs Interviews

Thursday, August 18th, 2011

A can be a nerve-wracking experience. For many people, it’s difficult to talk about themselves in a suitably upbeat fashion. Even worse is when an throws out a potential “gotcha” question that can completely change the tone of interviews for jobs. Like most things, preparation is the key to a successful interview (a mirror isn’t a bad idea, either). Here’s how you can make sure you don’t slip up.

Gotcha Questions in Nursing Jobs Interviews