Nov 09, 2009, 08:36 am
Hi Katie80,
Some of the questions I got asked were;
* What do you know about the Div 2 course?
* Why should I be chosen over someone else?
* What would I do, if someone I was working with was not putting in their fair share of work and falling behind?
* What would I do if a patient couldn't understand or speak english clearly and I needed to explain a procedure to them?
Sorry I can't remember what else I was asked! I know I got asked a lot of questions relating to scenarios I may have come across in my last job, which for me was dental nursing. The interview wasn't too bad, like I said just be honest and yourself and make sure you get across that you're committed and nursing is something you really want to do, not just for money or a better job but because it's your passion that type of thing!
As far as placements go I have my first one in about 3 weeks which is aged care. My group is made up of about 5 girls I think from memory. Apart from that it's all new to me and I'm not sure how it all works yet so I'll have to let you know!
So far I'm really loving the course, there have been some moments when I've gone AAAAHHHH!!! but it's all good! The work load is picking up, I've been there for 4 months now. You need to be super organised and make sure you keep up with everything as it's easy to fall behind. We cover 4-5 subjects at a time and you need to give equal time to all of them! We've had a few assignments and a couple of exams and class presentations so far. It is straight into it!
Anyway let me know how you go with your interview, is it at Edithvale? I'll actually be there that day! Do you know what days you'll have school yet?
Well good luck , let me know if I can help withanything!
Megan
