Ep #36: First Impressions – How to Prepare for Your Interview with Laura Ardizzone, CRNA

Whether you’re looking for that first CRNA job or you're a veteran in the industry, the interview process can be stressful. It’s easy to question yourself and your preparation. That’s why we wanted to bring on a guest from one of the country’s top medical centers to give you an inside look at the interview process and share tips to help you land your next job. Visit the Beyond The Mask Podcast website... ----more---- Show Notes: 2:17 – Introducing our guest Laura Ardizzone 5:46 – What we’re talking about today: CRNA job interviews 7:10 – What are some of the skills and strategies of the interviewer? 9:16 – Be confident that your future employer has seen your social media posts. 10:00 – Some companies/hospitals utilize software to cull social media feeds. 11:28 – Social media works both ways and employers are often reviewed by candidates. 12:52 – CRNAs are in high demand right now.  13:46 – Resources that can help you prepare for an interview. 15:00 – What types of questions are off-limits? 15:50 – Jeremy shares a funny interview story. 17:02 – A surprising thing that candidates have told Laura. 18:58 – How long does a typical interview last? 19:42 – A question that Laura commonly likes to ask to gauge the interview direction. 20:32 – Should CRNA’s ask about time off during an interview? 21:45 – How should you dress for an interview? 22:36 – How and when should a candidate follow up after an interview? 24:30 – What if you haven’t heard back for a while? 25:40 – Have you ever hired someone that turned out to be completely different than expected? 26:25 – Final words of wisdom from Laura.