{"id":5726,"date":"2024-02-19T20:33:34","date_gmt":"2024-02-19T20:33:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.wanderly.us\/blog\/?p=5726"},"modified":"2026-03-04T17:15:12","modified_gmt":"2026-03-04T17:15:12","slug":"job-search-etiquette","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.wanderly.us\/blog\/job-search-etiquette\/","title":{"rendered":"Job Search Etiquette: Dos and Don\u2019ts for Landing Nursing Jobs"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Launching a nursing career involves overcoming a number of hurdles. Having completed nursing school, the next obstacle to surmount in your quest is the interview. If you are also looking to get the best nursing jobs, you\u2019ve come to the right place. Join us as we explore some dos and don\u2019ts for landing the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wanderly.us\/\">nursing jobs<\/a> of your dreams.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_62 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" 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ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wanderly.us\/blog\/job-search-etiquette\/#Dos_of_Job_Search_Etiquette\" title=\"Dos of Job Search Etiquette\">Dos of Job Search Etiquette<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wanderly.us\/blog\/job-search-etiquette\/#Research_Research_Research\" title=\"Research, Research, Research\">Research, Research, Research<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wanderly.us\/blog\/job-search-etiquette\/#Practice_Ahead_of_Time\" title=\"Practice Ahead of Time\">Practice Ahead of Time<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wanderly.us\/blog\/job-search-etiquette\/#Demonstrate_Common_Ground\" title=\"Demonstrate Common Ground\">Demonstrate Common Ground<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wanderly.us\/blog\/job-search-etiquette\/#Send_an_Expression_of_Gratitude\" title=\"Send an Expression of Gratitude\">Send an Expression of Gratitude<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wanderly.us\/blog\/job-search-etiquette\/#Avoiding_Common_Pitfalls\" title=\"Avoiding Common Pitfalls\">Avoiding Common Pitfalls<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wanderly.us\/blog\/job-search-etiquette\/#Dont_Try_to_Bluff\" title=\"Don\u2019t Try to Bluff\">Don\u2019t Try to Bluff<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wanderly.us\/blog\/job-search-etiquette\/#Dont_Give_Trite_Responses\" title=\"Don\u2019t Give Trite Responses\">Don\u2019t Give Trite Responses<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wanderly.us\/blog\/job-search-etiquette\/#Avoid_The_Appearance_of_Being_All_About_The_Money\" title=\"Avoid The Appearance of Being All About The Money\">Avoid The Appearance of Being All About The Money<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wanderly.us\/blog\/job-search-etiquette\/#Maintaining_Professionalism_Throughout_the_Process\" title=\"Maintaining Professionalism Throughout the Process\">Maintaining Professionalism Throughout the Process<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wanderly.us\/blog\/job-search-etiquette\/#Land_on_Your_Dream_Nursing_Job_Today\" title=\"Land on Your Dream Nursing Job Today!\">Land on Your Dream Nursing Job Today!<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wanderly.us\/blog\/job-search-etiquette\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\" title=\"Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)\">Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wanderly.us\/blog\/job-search-etiquette\/#Is_it_necessary_to_send_a_thank-you_note_after_nursing_jobs_interview\" title=\"Is it necessary to send a thank-you note after nursing jobs interview?\">Is it necessary to send a thank-you note after nursing jobs interview?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wanderly.us\/blog\/job-search-etiquette\/#Should_I_follow_up_after_submitting_my_application_for_nursing_jobs\" title=\"Should I follow up after submitting my application for nursing jobs?\">Should I follow up after submitting my application for nursing jobs?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wanderly.us\/blog\/job-search-etiquette\/#Are_social_media_profiles_important_in_nursing_job_applications\" title=\"Are social media profiles important in nursing job applications?\">Are social media profiles important in nursing job applications?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wanderly.us\/blog\/job-search-etiquette\/#Can_networking_help_in_landing_nursing_jobs\" title=\"Can networking help in landing nursing jobs?\">Can networking help in landing nursing jobs?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wanderly.us\/blog\/job-search-etiquette\/#Should_I_disclose_salary_expectations_in_early_job_interviews\" title=\"Should I disclose salary expectations in early job interviews?\">Should I disclose salary expectations in early job interviews?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Importance_of_Professional_Conduct_in_the_Job_Search_Process\"><\/span><strong>The Importance of Professional Conduct in the Job Search Process<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If there\u2019s ever a time to put your best foot forward, it\u2019s the moment you arrive at the facility at which your interview will be conducted. That\u2019s right, the moment you arrive. Treat everyone you meet at the facility with professionalism, courtesy, and respect, regardless of what their role seems to be. And, you never know to whom you\u2019re talking when you\u2019re there to interview for nursing jobs.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dos_of_Job_Search_Etiquette\"><\/span><strong>Dos of Job Search Etiquette<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Research_Research_Research\"><\/span><strong>Research, Research, Research<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Exercising good job search etiquette actually starts before you leave home. Begin researching the facility the moment you learn you\u2019ve landed an interview. Do a deep dive into its mission statement, values, goals, culture, and overall philosophy. That way, you can frame your answers in terms of what the facility is all about. You must demonstrate to the interviewer that you\u2019ll be a good fit in their organization.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Practice_Ahead_of_Time\"><\/span><strong>Practice Ahead of Time<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Here\u2019s where your networking skills can come in handy. Try to find nurses who already work there and get an idea of the types of questions you\u2019ll be expected to answer. It will give you the ability to prepare in advance\u2014and practice your answers. Ask what the facility is looking for in a candidate.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re considering a travel nurse position, try to find someone who worked there before as a travel nurse. That person will be the best choice to give you insights on the travel nurse pay at the facility. This way, you won\u2019t have to bring up payment discussions with the interviewer, which can make you seem like you\u2019re only in it for the money.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Demonstrate_Common_Ground\"><\/span><strong>Demonstrate Common Ground<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Use the same language they use to describe themselves on their website, working their key phrases into your conversation so it sounds natural. Look around their office for clues about their personality. Maybe they have photos of their children, pets or depictions of them enjoying their favorite hobbies. Compliment them sincerely, and if you have something in common, bring it up.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Send_an_Expression_of_Gratitude\"><\/span><strong>Send an Expression of Gratitude<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>A thank you note can elevate you above all of the other candidates interviewing for the position. Get the interviewer\u2019s contact details before you leave the meeting so you can send a follow-up email message. Thank them for the opportunity to discuss the position and for taking the time to get to know you. Let them know you\u2019ll be happy to come in again to discuss anything they might feel is important.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Avoiding_Common_Pitfalls\"><\/span><strong>Avoiding Common Pitfalls<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dont_Try_to_Bluff\"><\/span><strong>Don\u2019t Try to Bluff<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If you\u2019re asked a question about nursing jobs to which you don\u2019t have a ready answer, don\u2019t try to fake it. Tell them that\u2019s an area in which you have an opportunity for growth, and you\u2019re looking forward to gaining that experience as part of your duties.<\/p>\n<p>In other words, turn it into a positive thing you can say about yourself. Talk about how you\u2019ve been told you learn quickly and express yourself in a way that demonstrates you\u2019re detail-oriented.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dont_Give_Trite_Responses\"><\/span><strong>Don\u2019t Give Trite Responses<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Every question you\u2019re asked will have an underlying purpose, regardless of how insignificant it might seem at face value. For example, \u201cIf you could be any animal, what animal would you be?\u201d Choose an animal that is industrious, demonstrating craft and the traits that can be applied to nursing jobs. Squirrels work hard to improve their lot because they know winter is coming, so they prepare in advance. Dolphins are intelligent and energetic, and they employ teamwork.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Avoid_The_Appearance_of_Being_All_About_The_Money\"><\/span><strong>Avoid The Appearance of Being All About The Money<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Discussions around pay, in general, should be put off until the offer comes\u2014unless the interviewer brings it up. As an example, if you\u2019re interviewing for a travel nurse position, you\u2019ll want to avoid discussing travel nurse pay in that first interview. It will come up when you\u2019re offered the position. This is true for permanent nursing jobs as well.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Maintaining_Professionalism_Throughout_the_Process\"><\/span><strong>Maintaining Professionalism Throughout the Process<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Being on time for an interview is being late. Arrive 15 minutes ahead of the scheduled time. People will notice, and it will factor into the decision to offer you the position. We\u2019ve already discussed the importance of treating everyone you meet with respect, but it bears repeating.<\/p>\n<p>Researching the compensation ahead of time will help you determine if the job is worth your time. Discussions of pay can usually be had with your recruiter rather than your interviewer\u2014unless they bring it up.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Land_on_Your_Dream_Nursing_Job_Today\"><\/span><strong>Land on Your Dream Nursing Job Today!<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>It\u2019s really a matter of common sense. Do your homework. Treat others with dignity and respect. Practice your answers ahead of time. Find common ground with your interviewer and send a heartfelt thank you note.<\/p>\n<p>As you embark upon your professional career, Wanderly can help you secure the best nursing jobs available\u2014and with solid pay.\u00a0Applying\u00a0the latest technologies, such as big data and machine learning, we bring travel healthcare professionals and agencies together. We aim to elevate the healthcare staffing industry with our transparent marketplace. Connect with an agency that suits your preferences and requirements. Explore Wanderly today!<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\"><\/span><strong>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_necessary_to_send_a_thank-you_note_after_nursing_jobs_interview\"><\/span><strong>Is it necessary to send a thank-you note after nursing jobs interview?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Absolutely! Sending a thank-you note shows appreciation and reinforces your interest in the position.<\/p>\n<ol start=\"2\">\n<li>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Should_I_follow_up_after_submitting_my_application_for_nursing_jobs\"><\/span><strong>Should I follow up after submitting my application for nursing jobs?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Yes, it\u2019s good practice. A polite follow-up email or call can demonstrate your enthusiasm and commitment towards nursing jobs.<\/p>\n<ol start=\"3\">\n<li>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_social_media_profiles_important_in_nursing_job_applications\"><\/span><strong>Are social media profiles important in nursing job applications?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Yes, your social media presence matters. Ensure your profiles reflect professionalism, especially on platforms like LinkedIn.<\/p>\n<ol start=\"4\">\n<li>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_networking_help_in_landing_nursing_jobs\"><\/span><strong>Can networking help in landing nursing jobs?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Absolutely! Networking can open doors to opportunities in the nursing industry. Engage with professionals in the field, attend events, and join nursing associations.<\/p>\n<ol start=\"5\">\n<li>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Should_I_disclose_salary_expectations_in_early_job_interviews\"><\/span><strong>Should I disclose salary expectations in early job interviews?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>It\u2019s often better to wait until the later stages of the hiring process to discuss salary. Focus on showcasing your skills and fit for the role initially.<\/p>\n<!-- AddThis Advanced Settings generic via filter on the_content --><!-- AddThis Share Buttons generic via filter on the_content -->","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Launching a nursing career involves overcoming a number of hurdles. Having completed nursing school, the next obstacle to surmount in your quest is the interview. If you are also looking to get the best nursing jobs, you\u2019ve come to the right place. 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