Registered Nurse

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Interview question list updated: September 19, 2024

Start with these three questions to get going:

Can you describe a time when you had to handle a particularly difficult patient and how you managed the situation? Source

Tell me about an instance where you had to quickly assess and respond to a critical patient's needs.

Have you ever had to coordinate with other healthcare professionals to improve patient outcomes? Can you provide an example? Source

Complete the next five questions to be well prepared:

Tell me about a time when you identified a potential risk to patient safety and the steps you took to address it.

Describe an instance where you had to adapt to new protocols or procedures in your workplace. How did you handle it?

Have you ever been involved in implementing a new technology or system in a healthcare setting? Can you explain your role in that process?

Can you provide an example of a challenging ethical dilemma you faced as a nurse and how you resolved it?

Describe a time when you received constructive feedback from a supervisor. How did you respond and apply it to your practice?

Tackle these remaining questions for thorough preparation:

Describe a time when you had to handle a difficult patient. How did you manage the situation? Source

Can you provide an example of a time when you had to adapt to a sudden change in a patient's condition?

Tell me about a situation where you worked as part of a team to achieve a common goal. What role did you play?

Recall a situation where you identified a potential risk to patient safety. What actions did you take to address it?

Can you tell me about a time you faced an ethical dilemma in your nursing practice? How did you handle it?

Share an instance when you had to advocate for a patient's needs or wishes. What steps did you take?

Tell me about a time when you implemented a new protocol or procedure. How did you ensure it was effectively adopted?

Give an example of a time when you had to prioritize multiple tasks under pressure. How did you ensure everything was completed on time? Source

Tell me about a time when you were under a lot of stress at work. How did you react? Source

Talk me through a time when you had to solve a time-sensitive problem at work. What was the outcome? Source

Describe a scenario where you had to collaborate with other healthcare professionals to improve patient outcomes. What was your contribution? Source

Can you share an experience where you had to manage multiple patients with conflicting needs? How did you prioritize your tasks? Source

Describe a situation where you had to educate a patient's family members about a complex medical issue. Source

Describe an experience when you had to educate a patient or their family about a medical procedure or condition. How did you ensure they understood? Source