Nursing interview questions

Questions you should be ready for

1. 01

   Tell me about a time you handled a difficult patient or family member.

2. 02

   Describe a situation where you had to advocate for a patient.

3. 03

   How do you prioritize when several patients need you at once?

4. 04

   Tell me about a mistake you or a colleague made and how it was handled.

5. 05

   How do you handle disagreement with a physician about a care plan?

6. 06

   Describe a time you supported a teammate during a chaotic shift.

7. 07

   Why do you want to work on this unit specifically?

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