Jobmedic.co.uk held a very interesting survey around mental health issues among healthcare professionals asking 500 workers in the industry about their own experience. Here in our previous article you can view the full results : Our findings revealed a series of issues faced by workers in the healthcare industry, but also ways as a society …
Questions to ask during your nursing interview
The interview is nearly over. You’ve done your best to answer their questions intelligently and now it’s your turn. Don’t pass up the opportunity – ask the right questions and it could land you the job. ‘You’re probably tired of talking, and this might seem like the least important part of the interview, but never underestimate the …
How New U.K. Nurses can get NHS Jobs
Getting a job with the NHS is a big accomplishment for nurses in the U.K., but it won’t just happen overnight. Here’s how new U.K. nurses can get NHS jobs. Nurses in the U.K. know that working for the National Health Service (NHS) in England is one of the biggest accomplishments of their career. The NHS employs over one …
Nursing recruiters reveal 7 things that could get you hired
Whether you’re looking for bank work or your next permanent nursing job, a good recruitment consultant can make all the difference. Recruiters know what’s happening with local employers and can tell you about potential opportunities, as well as the skills currently in most demand. So how do you make sure you’re top of the recruiter’s list? We …
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5 questions to ask before accepting a nursing job offer
The interview went well and you’re confident that you’ll get the job – but do you want it? ‘Sometimes, candidates can be so focused on selling themselves during an interview that they forget to assess whether the role is right for them,’ says Heike Guilford, Managing Director of The Coaching Nurse. ‘That’s why it’s so important …
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5 effective ways to use stories in your nursing job interview
Scenario-type questions can be tricky to answer – but if you prepare before the interview, they can offer a great opportunity to convey the skills and values that set you apart from other nurse candidates. Done right, story-telling is a highly effective technique that makes interviewers listen to what you have to say, and ensures …
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5 Common nursing interview mistakes
Are you getting interviews but no job offers? You might want to take a closer look at the messages you’re giving employers. Julia Sinclair-Brown, a career coach specialising in the medical and healthcare sectors, reveals five common interview mistakes that could be costing you the job. 1. You don’t provide evidence of your strengths When asked …
6 learning disability nurse interview questions – and how to answer them
If you want to do well at interview, you need to prepare. That means reviewing the job description and person specification, researching the local service and preparing answers to the most frequently asked questions. Here are six questions you may be likely to face… 1. Why do you want to work here? You might have …
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Social work job interviews: six common questions and how to answer them
You decided to become a social worker because you want to make a difference. While passion and motivation are important qualities, you still need to convince a potential employer that you are the right candidate for the job. Here are six questions you’re likely to face in a social work interview, and the best way …
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6 interview tips to stand out from other nurse candidates
Competition for nursing roles can be fierce, particularly at interview stage. If you want to stand out from other candidates, you need to be remembered for the right reasons. Here are six interview tips that will help put your name at the top of the recruiter’s list. 1. Know who is interviewing you Once you’ve …
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How to ace your mental health nursing interview
Mental health nurses face challenging and unpredictable behaviour and to succeed in the role takes a special kind of commitment. To impress at interview you need to convince a potential employer that you have the right personal qualities and attitude, as well the necessary skills and experience. Ian Hulatt, professional lead for mental health at the …
Nursing interviews: 5 difficult questions and how to answer them
Even the most experienced nurses suffer from interview nerves. The more you research the role and prepare, the more confident you will feel and the better you are likely to perform. Don’t just focus on what you hope will come up, think about how you will answer questions that you hope won’t be asked. We’ve teamed up …
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