Excellent tools to help you Ace your interview!
"Ace your interview and get the job you want!"
Create a list of questions.
Make a list of questions to ask during your interview. Good questions to ask are: Number of beds in unit? Which charting system do they use? Typical diagnosis? Weekend Requirements? Floating Requirements? What the schedule might look like? These are all great questions to ask. Don't forget to take notes!
Keep track of the hospitals your are planning to interview with and which agency submitted you to that hospital.
As a new traveler, Being submitted to different hospitals is a great idea! The more hospitals you are submitted to the greater chance of landing your first position. The first travel position is usually the most difficult to get. It gets a lot easier as you complete more travel contracts! You shouldn't submit to the same facility with two different agencies. It my cause the facility to cancel you out completely.
Do your own research.
Google the facility and familiarize yourself with the type of facility, number of beds and location. Being knowledgeable about the facility gives you a peace of mind and increase your chances on getting hired.
Try to be available for a phone interview at any time.
Once you are submitted to a position a manager can call you at any time. The interviews are usually very short. Keep in mind they already have your resume, skills checklist, and application. If you get a phone call they know you are a great nurse. They are calling to see if you are a good fit for their facility and you can start on time. If you miss a call, try to call back ASAP. They usually leave a message with name and number.
Be yourself during the interview.
Let your personality shine! Discuss the questions you have created. Explain any deal breakers that concern you. Time off, patient ratio, floating, etc. If it's a position you really like ask for the offer. Confirm your start date. If everything seems like it is going well and you have a good start date the chances are you landed the position. Take notes and get the Manager's name and number.
Keep your recruiter in the loop.
After the interview let your recruiter know. Be honest on how you felt about the interview. If you think its a good fit let the recruiter know you want to accept. If you have questions or concerns express them. The recruiter can follow up with the facility and get any questions you may have answered.
Be as good as your word.
A verbal “yes” to an offer is the initial point of commitment. Review your written contract for all important details and sign within 24 hours. The industry works on verbal agreements, so when you say yes, the job posting is closed, the facility puts you on the orientation schedule and declines to interview other candidates.
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