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Dianne Barnard is a Registered Nurse and former nursing instructor. She is also board certified in Psychiatric Nursing and Holistic Nursing Critical Care.
Before your interview, take some time to research the organization. Find the mission statement and be prepared to provide answers that align with that statement. There are many places online to review potential employers and the associated work environment. Highlight your academic prowess, soft-skill attributes, customer relations experience at Victoria's Secret, or volunteer experience at the animal shelter. Take the time to organize your strengths and life experiences into an elevator pitch that showcases why you are the best match for this position.

Dianne Barnard is a Registered Nurse and former nursing instructor. She is also board certified in Psychiatric Nursing and Holistic Nursing Critical Care.
"Your organization's mission statement resonated with me. I feel I would be a good fit for the graduate nurse position in the ICU.
I received top grades in my clinical work and am an enthusiastic learner. I am easy to get along with but stand my ground ethically. I worked hard to get my license and won't jeopardize it. I am careful and thorough and ask for help when I need it but can also work independently. I feel that my work ethic, people skills, desire to learn, and overall commitment to quality make me a great candidate for this position."
"I completed many of my clinical rotations here. I could see that the nurses are hardworking and caring, and they work cooperatively with the doctors, the PAs, the NPs, and other healthcare staff. I also see that all of the nurses love to keep learning and improving patient care. I am hardworking and like to continuously learn, so I think I will be a great fit for the hospital culture."

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