interview advice for those left rotting

Re: interview advice for those left rotting

Dippy — Sun, 05 Apr 2009 07:41:07 GMT

PS I returned to practice a few years ago after 12yrs away and WAS rusty but have had lots of support to get back into things. As long as you're honest about that aspect and don't say you can do things you can't (and you won't be that rusty in 9mths I bet), if it's the right place for you, I'm sure they'll look after you!

Re: interview advice for those left rotting

Dippy — Sun, 05 Apr 2009 07:39:25 GMT

Maybe you could start by asking them what the nurses routinely do there eg bloods, clinics, etc to give you an idea. You may find that they answer by reeling off a whole list of things in which case you could say that's exactly what you're looking for as you haven't had the opportunity to do half as much as you'd hoped in your current role. That way it would make the point without sounding like you're being negative? There's nothing wrong with being honest about your reasons for wanting a change but just try and do it in a constructive/positive way rather than sounding like you're being rude about your current role (which I'm sure you already know). Also, if they give you the old guided tour, depending what time of day your interview is, you may be able to get an idea of what the other nurses are up to on your way round. If at the end of the interview, they offer you the job but you're still not sure, you could always ask whether it would be ok for you to go and spend half a day there first. I did this (at the practice's request) and it gave me a lot of insight and confirmed that it was the job I wanted.

Good luck and will keep everything crossed for you!

Re: interview advice for those left rotting

Shane — Sun, 05 Apr 2009 07:04:02 GMT

Be honest, but up to a point. Tell them you have not been able to utilise your skills as much as you would like and regard the new job prospects as ideal so as to use your full potential.

Re: interview advice for those left rotting

Maisy — Wed, 01 Apr 2009 09:56:46 GMT

Don't panic! In 9 months you may feel a bit rusty but your basic skills won't have been forgottten. Explain in your interview that your practical nursing isn't carried out as much as you hoped but this won't be seen as detrimental to you. Have you gained new skills in your current job? Emphasise these if you have. Any good practice will appreciate the honesty and be keen on having a nurse wanting to expand their skills.

Good Luck!