Interviewed and References were Requested! Good Sign?

Jun 22, 2019

I just interviewed for a school nurse position in Japan! The principal was great and the interview seemed to go excellent. I just found out that he immediately sent out for my references. I'm hoping this is a good sign....I'm really excited!!!

Any thoughts??? Good sign or is this just protocol but also a good sign?

Is it possible to actually get orders cut and get out there for school's start (less than a 2 month turn around)?

Thanks in advance for any responses. I'm new to the DODEA system.

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haha It's definitely possible but would require HR to be on the ball for you and for there not to be any significant delays/mistakes along the way. Hang in there!

Jun 22, 2019

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HelpOthers To be honest, I am surprised it went CONUS, I thought there were local hires in all the locations that were going to have school nurse vacancies. Many belong to NASN and OSHNA. If you are hired, you will have a great group of nurses who will help you adjust and an ISS who tries her best to support the nurses. ;)

Jun 23, 2019

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Sandra09 Is the typical hiring process that they first look at people in the system and then look CONUS? I figured it was a good sign that after the interview he emailed me and doubled checked that I knew about Japan's pet policy and also sent for my references. Fingers crossed. I think it would be an amazing group and wonderful experience. What is an ISS?

Jun 23, 2019

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HelpOthers Yes, they must look in the local area first (not current employees). Yes, I think that is a very good sign. Congratulations. An ISS is an Instructional Systems Specialist at the district-level (sometimes regional). The one over nursing is also over school psychology, 504, crisis and student support teams and is not a nurse. However, there is a lead...See More

Jun 24, 2019

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