Skill: Pediatrics (United States)

Be confident. If you know your job well this shouldn't be a problem. If you love what you do, let your passion shine through. I guarantee your prospective employer will pick up on it, and they may even mention it. Don't be afraid to show how passionate you are about your career.

Nursing appears to be a very territorial profession and sadly, many compete for the favor of our doctors. If you ever have a preceptor who takes more smoke breaks than work assignments, ask to be re-assigned (forget about hurt feelings) your livelihood is on the line.

When switching from one department to another; when asked, be carefull how you portray the old department.

Education and experience are highly valued.

After being off probation and told you would have an increase to bring you up to where you should be, how should you handle this?