I have a job interview at a nursing home soon. What do i wear and what do i say. I'm so nervous lol? Ive worked in nursing homes for years,wear black and white,white shirt black trousers.say whatever you like love coz there impressed you show up.nursing homes are always short staffed.good luck. always go for a suit and shirt, it doent matter if you would never wear it to the job but u need to look interested and presentable, go easy on the make up and perfume, and keep your hair very natural, perhaps a pony tail? Wear buisness casual. So a dress or slacks and a nice dress shirt. Wear like your "Sunday's best". No jeans, or wholy shirts. Don't be nervous. They are going to ask questions about your skills, can you do the job that they are offering. Take your time answering questions. You don't have to answer right away, think about it first. Also, when you do answer, keep it short and to the point. Let them know that you want the job. Don't talk about anything negitively.
Good luck!! Follow these instructions and you will do well in ANY interview.
PREPARATION
1. Know your strengths and weaknesses. Be prepared with a solid presentation of your strong points so that your weaknesses seem slight in comparison. The interviewer will be constantly probing for weaknesses and testing for strengths.
2. Know the requirements of the job so that you can relate how your qualifications compare with these requirements. You must be able to show the fit between " what you can do" and "what must be done." You must be prepared to show why you should be hired.
3. Know the company: its products and/or services, its competitors, its history, size, location of plants and the like. A brief description of the company usually accompanies an advertisement for vacant positions.
It is also useful to find out who will interview you. Research of this nature can pay dividends in helping you prepare yourself and determine the direction the interview will take.
4. Know the difficult questions that are typically asked and prepare your answers to these questions.
5. Write down your own questions. Near the end of the interview, you will be usually asked if you have your own questions. This is the time to inquire about the nature of the work, the working conditions, working hours, training programs given to employees, chances for career growth and advancement, and any other points that may have not been covered yet. Questions pertaining to salary or benefits are never discussed at an interview unless the interviewer introduces them. You may ask these questions after the job is offered to you, and before you accept.
6. Attend to your personal appearance. Your preparation will produce negative results if you neglect your appearance. The people who will be deciding whether to hire you or not will be looking at you very closely.
7. Check details of the interview. Find out the exact time and place for your appointment and program yourself to allow for emergencies, such as a traffic jam or flat tire. If you are unfamiliar with the location where the interview will take place, you should check it out beforehand.
You should plan to arrive at the designated place15 minutes ahead of schedule. While waiting, you can use the time to review the points to be covered in the interview or to observe the office environment and the employees going about their work.
Bring also with you a pad and pen for jotting down things you need to remember such as the date and time of a second interview, names, correct titles, and addresses of those who interview you. You will need this information for your post interview thank you notes.
DRESS CODE
The following are accepted standards in the job market. Follow them if you want to make a positive first impression.
Women:
脴 Don't wear your skirts too short or too tight, heels to high, or blouses too low and too sheer.
脴 Skip the loud nail colors and long nails. Keep your makeup subtle.
脴 Carry an extra pair of stockings just in case and wear them, even in the summer.
脴 Don't wear too much jewelry; keep it simple. Don't wear lots of earrings.
脴 Conservative blouse and suit, with skirt not too short, sensible heels, subtle make up and jewelry.
脴 Fill only one hole with earrings if you have many. Never wear large hoop earrings
Men
脴 Don't wear an earring.
脴 Keep your nails clean and trimmed and remember to shave.
脴 Wear knee length socks that match your pants to avoid "the sock gap."
脴 A dark suit, white shirt, tie and dark oxford shoes. (This will vary from country to country and the type of job being applied for).
Everyone
脴 If you think you need a haircut, get one.
脴 Don't splash on too much perfume or aftershave. Many people are allergic to scents.
脴 Don't wear a nose ring.
脴 Take a shower that morning and wear a deodorant.
脴 Polish your shoes and press your clothes the night before.
脴 Absolutely don't chew gum or smoke.
脴 If you suffer from sweaty palms, keep a handkerchief with a little baby powder or cornstarch in it. Before your interview, go into the restroom and dry your hands with it.
CONDUCT DURING INTERVIEW
脴 Don't accept coffee, tea or even water even if it is offered; having a drink is a distraction you don't really need right now.
脴 Show enthusiasm for your present job (even if you are not that excited about it).
脴 Listen carefully to the question asked. Pause for a moment before answering. Paraphrase the question if you are not sure you understood it.
脴 If you don't understand the question, ask for it to be repeated.
脴 Make sure that by the end of the interview you've gotten across your strongest skills or characteristics. Be specific about them. It is always a good idea to prove your expertise and personal skills by giving examples.
脴 Leave the interview with a good closing impression -- a firm handshake, a smile, good eye contact, a "Thank You", and a closing statement like, "I am very interested in this position," or "When can I expect to hear from you?"
INTERVIEW QUESTIONS
Here are some questions that employers often ask candidates. Prepare answers for these and you won't fear them, or any variation of them. Be brief. Answers to questions should not take more than 90 seconds. Do not ramble during the interview.
All answers should relate to the heart of the issue: Are you qualified to do the job for which they are hiring? Never lose perspective of this. Look at each question as an opportunity to present your case. Exude confidence but do not be boastful or arrogant.
About yourself:
脴 What can you tell me about yourself?
脴 What are your strengths?
脴 What are your weaknesses/failures?
脴 Describe your long and short-range goals.
Business questions:
脴 Why do you want to work here?
脴 What special qualities do you bring to this job?
脴 What was your worst job?
脴 Discuss a problem you have had at work with your boss (or coworker) and how you resolved it. Watch out, this is a trick question. Never let them trick you into saying a negative comment about your former boss, co-worker, position or company. Always stress the positive behaviors you learned from difficult situations.
脴 How do you define success?
脴 Where do you see yourself, career wise, in the future? Watch out, this is a trick question. Remember that the main concern of the employer throughout the interview is to fill the open position with someone who will be successful and stay in it.
School questions:
脴 Do you think your school grades represent you?
脴 What was the main thing you got out of going to college (high school)?
脴 Why didn't you get a degree?
脴 How did your education prepare you for a career?
脴 What did you learn in school that can help you on this job?
And finally:
脴 Is there anything else I need to know about you?
脴 Do you have any questions?
An interviewer might also ask you to:
脴 Explain or defend any statement you made in your resume.
脴 Discuss any skill you may have listed.
脴 Discuss any lapses in employment times.
For an in-depth study on interview questions and the interview itself please go to this link. http://www.job-interview.net/
Peace and blessings!
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My Counseling Files Something smart, suit or jacket and skirt , no trashy jewellery, hair neat and tidy, if you have long hair pony tail or plait. No stilettos, court shoes are better. Have a decent CV its amazing how many people lose jobs because of theirs, and references from previous employers if you have them. Just answer questions honestly and forthright as you can and don't waffle, try to stay as calm as possible, even if you don't feel it inside. Good luck, hope you get it. Wear what makes you comfortable but also expected by the company ie business casual.
Get there early and go around the corner and have a soft drink somewhere ie Mc D's
Read a newspaper and relax yourself.
Have belief in yourself too as you wouldn't be at an interview if they werent interested...would you?
Briefly go over your past jobs or work experience before you go in.
Sell yourself with confidence not blagging.
Relax, be polite,smile and you'll do your best. If you are in Britian, go onto the care commission website and you should be able to access the inspection reports for the particular home, read up on the services they provide and try and get a bit of background, they will most likely ask you why you want the job or why you want to work for them, if you have any svq/nvq's in care thats a huge bonus or at least express an interest in doing them, dont tell them you want the kob because you looked after your granny etc its a completely different ball game and doesnt usually go down well, just say you have an interest helping people live as full and happy a life as they can. you dont HAVE to wear a suit but make sure you are very clean very presentable and very tidy.
the inspection reports will give you an idea of their mission statement so you can incorporate some of that into why you want to work there but be sincere about it. Wear what you would normally wear to go to work in. As long as it is clean and presentable you will be fine. No nail varnish, tidy hair in your own style, clean hands and no perfume. Even a little can be overpowering as it is difficult to measure an amount that will only give a slight scent to you. Smile when answering questions and look at the interviewer How about a nurses outfit? Ann Summers do some nice pvc numbers..... visit www.cvtipscom- gives you every peice of advice you need from compiling your cv to attending and getting through the interview- its one of those sites you might like to bookmark. i would stick to something smart and black dont be nervous the worst that could happen is you dont get the job theres lots of jobs out there! try and keep calm relaxed and answer questions confidently and truthfully. |
