Interview Tips

In today’s market, there are many candidates applying for the same position, so it is important that you impress your prospective employer so that you will be the successful candidate.

 

Success Staffing is a provider of top quality staffing services.

Success Staffing has been successful in selecting the most qualified and reliable candidates to place on assignments representing our agency.

We’re proud that you want to be a part of Success and can assure you that we respect and take the best care of our employees. In addition to communicating with our employees and respecting their needs, our commitment to you include:

  • Competitive pay

  • Health and life insurance

  • Bonus Referral program

  • Job opportunities

Give us a call following any interview or if you missed a call from a facility wanting to interview.

If you do miss the call, call back ASAP, even if it is to say you got the message and to set a better time or try to send me a quick email so I can follow up if you are unavailable by phone.

Successful Staffing Principles

 

Research the Position before the Interview

Make sure you have written down any specific information about the position.

Research the facility and geographic area on the Internet.

The more knowledgeable you are on the position, the more prepared you will be during the interview.

Be Prepared for the Phone Call

Some supervisors may conduct interviews on their own timeframe.

Be prepared for a call at any time of the day.

If you are caught at a bad time, ask for a moment to get situated. This will ensure that the interview starts off on the right foot!

Have a Positive Attitude

Treat the phone or Zoom interview just as you would a face-to-face personal interview. So be sure to show a positive attitude through the tone in your voice.

It is also important not to speak negatively about past positions or manager. This never goes over well with your potential new manager.

 

Ask Questions

Asking questions during the interview demonstrates that you have a definite interest in the position and determines whether the job is right for you.

In order to show respect and patience, give the interviewer a chance to share information with you before asking questions.

A good listener is very impressive.

That being said, here are some questions you might want to ask if they haven’t been fully covered:

  • Types of patients on the unit?

  • What is the nurse to patient ratio?

  • What system do you use to dispense your medications?

  • Do you use computerized charting?

  • Shift and weekend commitment? If you need ANY extended time off or extended weekend requests to be written in your contract. Ask now!

  • Holiday requirement (if applicable)?

  • Floating? Where? Frequency?

  • Orientation info & uniform?

  • Important: Get the name and number of the interviewer so you can call back with any questions and have for your records!

 

Be Confident

Discuss your skills and achievements.

Now is the time to sell yourself!

Share your strengths with the interviewer to show them why you should be offered the position over another candidate.

Closing

As the interview comes to a close, state your interest in the position. Ask about the next step in the process.

When will you know if you have been offered the position?