Dahey dodged one on Monday. He was not selected for layoff (or furlough) at his job. What's the reason? Working without a contract, the firm on his job site finally ran out of money. It closed one location. Federal contracting isn't all it's cracked up to be if the government can't decide.
I didn't dodge a bullet, but I missed one thing. My chance to get out of the Hotel is dashed for now. I just need to look at a few things, then decide when to try again. I told someone if they talked about it too much, it might not come true. (From years of experience, I keep my mouth shut). It was only a transfer opportunity, but after four years of this, I feel like moving on.
I hate it when I'm right.
More to come...
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Tuesday, April 21, 2015
Sunday, June 29, 2014
Looking for a nursing job?
I've been dragged, er, lucky enough to be asked by my boss to meet some of the interview candidates at the Hotel.
Part of my job is to also ask questions on our standard questionnaire (which is very short).
While I'm not Ask Annie, I am old (or "seasoned" as the PC people say) when it comes to interviews. If you want real specific HR information for yourself, you'll need to get an HR guru in your own state, as laws vary.
So here are my general tips.
RehabRN's top tips for interviewing success
1. Show up on time.
Not too early (we had one candidate show up at the end of night shift) and not late. NOTE: you may need to leave early to make sure you get to us on time, don't get stuck in traffic, find a place to park, and find the room.
2. Dress professionally.
Neat and clean are especially important, whether you are in scrubs or a suit.
3. Know the job description from the posting.
They may not give it to us to give to you (happens a lot). This is a valuable chunk of information that can help you ask questions of the job.
4. Answer the questions we ask you.
In the worst ever interview, one person was so slow in responding we thought he/she was asleep. He/she was the first interview of the day at 0900, so we're not sure if he/she just finished night shift, or was stoned. (it was hard to tell).
You know it's bad when your manager pleads, "Please, you must answer the question." (this actually happened.)
5. Be able to talk about your job and how you do it.
As the old saying goes, "It ain't bragging if it's true." We don't know anything about you if you don't tell us.
We will check to see if a reference backs up your storyline. Make sure you have good ones (and at least one manager).
6. Have questions to ask of us about the job.
We can't tell you everything, but we can give you an idea of what you'll do. Preparation is key.
7. Leave your attitudes at the door.
Especially if it's bad or entitled.
8. Never assume.
Never act like we will just hire you because of your RN license and/or your impressive resume. Just because your spouse works in another department down the hall and a job at the Hotel would allow you to carpool is another thing that is not guaranteed to get you hired.
We may not hire you if you are not a good fit with the rest of the personalities, I mean, team, at the Hotel.
Need more information? Check out these sites:
http://www.hrworld.com/features/interviewing-cheat-sheet-092507/
http://humanresources.about.com/od/interviewing/
http://careerplanning.about.com/od/jobinterviews/
Best of luck in your next interview!
Part of my job is to also ask questions on our standard questionnaire (which is very short).
While I'm not Ask Annie, I am old (or "seasoned" as the PC people say) when it comes to interviews. If you want real specific HR information for yourself, you'll need to get an HR guru in your own state, as laws vary.
So here are my general tips.
RehabRN's top tips for interviewing success
1. Show up on time.
Not too early (we had one candidate show up at the end of night shift) and not late. NOTE: you may need to leave early to make sure you get to us on time, don't get stuck in traffic, find a place to park, and find the room.
2. Dress professionally.
Neat and clean are especially important, whether you are in scrubs or a suit.
3. Know the job description from the posting.
They may not give it to us to give to you (happens a lot). This is a valuable chunk of information that can help you ask questions of the job.
4. Answer the questions we ask you.
In the worst ever interview, one person was so slow in responding we thought he/she was asleep. He/she was the first interview of the day at 0900, so we're not sure if he/she just finished night shift, or was stoned. (it was hard to tell).
You know it's bad when your manager pleads, "Please, you must answer the question." (this actually happened.)
5. Be able to talk about your job and how you do it.
As the old saying goes, "It ain't bragging if it's true." We don't know anything about you if you don't tell us.
We will check to see if a reference backs up your storyline. Make sure you have good ones (and at least one manager).
6. Have questions to ask of us about the job.
We can't tell you everything, but we can give you an idea of what you'll do. Preparation is key.
7. Leave your attitudes at the door.
Especially if it's bad or entitled.
8. Never assume.
Never act like we will just hire you because of your RN license and/or your impressive resume. Just because your spouse works in another department down the hall and a job at the Hotel would allow you to carpool is another thing that is not guaranteed to get you hired.
We may not hire you if you are not a good fit with the rest of the personalities, I mean, team, at the Hotel.
Need more information? Check out these sites:
http://www.hrworld.com/features/interviewing-cheat-sheet-092507/
http://humanresources.about.com/od/interviewing/
http://careerplanning.about.com/od/jobinterviews/
Best of luck in your next interview!
Tuesday, July 30, 2013
A little talkin' music
Everybody ran for the front door, 'cause the back door was nailed up.
I love the story of Lucille!
Take us away, B.B.
I love the story of Lucille!
Take us away, B.B.
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